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UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA

Senior Accounting Assistant

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA

  • Kingston and St. Andrew
  • Not disclosed
  • Permanent full-time
  • Updated 06/07/2025
  • HR
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The Senior Accounting Assistant assists the Senior Accountant – Payroll and Payables with the preparation of the payroll for UTech’s faculty, technical and administrative staff.

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA
“EXCELLENCE THROUGH KNOWLEDGE”
 
Join our Dynamic Team!
 
The University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill a prestigious position within our esteemed institution. Apply now to take on this vital role in shaping the future.
 
  • Senior Accounting Assistant – Payroll/Payables
 
The Senior Accounting Assistant assists the Senior Accountant – Payroll and Payables with the preparation of the payroll for UTech’s faculty, technical and administrative staff; and the captioning, recording and settling of all the University’s Liabilities in a timely manner. This includes, among other things, for the Payroll - the preparation of the payroll register, making adjustments to salaries and preparing and distributing a listing of cheques to the relevant financial institutions and insurance companies; for Payables – verifying payment vouchers, following up on queries and the payment of all liabilities.
 
 
REQUIREMENTS:                      
  • ACCA Level II or equivalent qualifications.
  • B.Sc. Accounting or equivalent qualification.
  • Strong supervisory skills and the ability to train staff effectively in accounts payable and payroll operations.
  • Ability to delegate and exercise diplomacy and tact.
  • Good time management and organizing skills, and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to exercise initiative and independence in carrying out the Unit’s policies.
  • Good judgment and excellent reasoning abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and priorities to conclusion.
 
Interested persons who meet the requirements are invited to submit electronically a job application letter and resume (PDF only) with the subject line Senior Accounting Payroll/Payables for consideration by Friday, July 18, 2025, at 3:45 p.m., addressed to: 
 
Mrs. Simone McGregor Jackson
Vice President and Chief People Officer
Division of Human Resources and Administration
University of Technology, Jamaica
237 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED

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