Senior Director, Finance and Administration

Job Purpose

Under the general guidance of the Fiscal Commissioner, the Senior Director, Finance and Administration, has the responsibility for providing oversight for the finance and administration functions of the organization, including directing and managing finances, operations, human resources and administration to support short and long-term goals. 

Key Responsibilities

Technical/Professional: 

• Oversees and leads annual planning and budgeting process; 
• Administers and reviews all financial plans and budget; 
• Monitors changes to plans and budget, and keeps the leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status; 
• Analyzes and presents monthly and annually financial reports; 
• Manages organizational cash flow and forecasting; 
• Oversees payroll, payroll liabilities and benefits; 
• Implements a robust contracts and financial management reporting system;
• Co-ordinates the annual financial audit and presents reports; 
• Ensures that bills and processing schedules are adhered to and that cash flow is steady and supports operational requirements; 
• Ensures efficient functioning and documentation for all financial systems, including receipts, disbursements, billing, bookkeeping, budgeting and accounting; 
• Ensures that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined; 
• Establishes and manages a training and development programme for all staff;
• Provides advice to staff on human resource policies and procedures, including compensation, recruitment and performance; 
• Oversees administrative functions, as well as facilities to ensure efficient and consistent operations in the organization; 
• Oversees office operations and matters relating to facilities; 
• Collaborates with the Legal Services Division to ensure compliance with legal and administrative deadlines specific to the organization; 
• Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills 
• High adaptability and knowledge-sharing/learning capacity 
• High innovative thinking and ability to market new approaches 
• Ability to work effectively on own initiative 
• Ability to promote and maintain stakeholder management 
• Ability to forge useful partnerships with people across functions and organizations
• Proficiency with relevant software and tools, such as Microsoft Excel 
• Undisputed integrity and standing 

Technical: 

• Excellent knowledge of the FAA and IFC Acts and Regulations 
• Knowledge of the GoJ Public Procurement Guidelines 
• Working knowledge of Contract Management/Project Management and Risk Management
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders and Public Service Regulations 
• Working knowledge of Asset Management and Utilities Management

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Finance/Accounts/Business Administration or related discipline
• Training and experience in Human Resource Management and Development
• Five (5) years’ experience working in a similar capacity 

OR 

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounts/Business Administration or related discipline
• Training and experience in Human Resource Management and Development
• Seven (7) years’ experience working in a similar capacity 

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

• Pressured working conditions with numerous critical deadlines.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.