Internal Accountant

Internal Accountant

Experience Turks and Caicos Job Description 

Job Title: Internal Accountant 

Hours: 40 hours per week

Department: Operating and Finance Department

Unit: Administration Unit

Classification: Managerial

Annual Salary: Up to $54,000 per annum

Reporting Supervisor: Chief Operating and Financial Officer

Probationary Period: 6 months

Job Description

Job Purpose: Ensure the seamless financial administration of Experience Turks and Caicos Islands operations in accordance with TCI's financial and fiscal regulations.

 Key Results Areas:

Support the CFO in achieving short, medium, and long-term financial objectives.

 Essential Duties:

• Process payments for TCI Board of Tourism, including advertising, road/trade shows, and events.
• Prepare monthly payroll, including timely payment of employee and employer NHIB, NIB, and insurance contributions; maintain an up-to-date employee register.
• Generate reports and offer financial insights and advice to the CFO and other relevant stakeholders within Experience Turks and Caicos operations.
• Provide strategic financial input.
• Oversee budget management and expense control.
• Assist management in decision-making by creating budgets and financial forecasts.

 Skills/Qualifications/Competencies:

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Possess at least 5 years of work experience in the field.
• Have three years of experience managing an accounting function in either the public or private sector, with prior audit and payroll management experience.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Intermediate knowledge of financial systems, including QuickBooks.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports, legal documents, and government regulations.
• Skilled in preparing reports and business correspondence.
• Deadline-oriented, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Adaptable attitude towards assignments, capable of working within ambiguous guidelines.
• Strong social and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain good health and a high energy level.
• Uphold ethical behavior.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

 Working Conditions:

• Engage in a dynamic work environment.
• Collaborate with relevant government ministries, departments, and private sector entities within the tourism industry.
• Be open to travel requirements.
• Achieve goals in a changing, multidisciplinary, and evolving environment.
• Be prepared for work hours that may extend to evenings, weekends, and holidays.

 Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a cover letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a firmer employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the passport photo page. Shortlisted candidates must submit a police certificate.

Applications should be addressed to: The Interim CEO, Experience Turks and Caicos, Providenciales.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 26th, 2023