Job Information
Manager, Management Accounts (Level 7)
Company Information
Job Information
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Executive Agency
Category
Accounting
Posted
27-03-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
27-03-2024
Stop Publishing
03-04-2024
[Kingston,Jamaica ]
Description
Applications are invited to fill the following vacant post in the Island Traffic Authority (ITA): Manager, Management Accounts (Level 7), salary range $3,770,761 - $5,071,254 per annum.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, the incumbent has responsibility for the preparation and implementation of the ITA's Cash and Accrual Budgets in accordance with its approved Corporate Plan, to the guidelines prescribed by the Financial Secretary and the priorities and policies of the Government.
Key Responsibilities
Management/Administrative:
- Leads and manages the Branch for effective analysis, planning and management of Management and Cost Accounting Programmes and Projects;
- Fosters and maintains effective partnerships with stakeholders for the implementation of Budget Management Systems;
- Provides technical advice to the Chief Financial Officer as it relates to Management and Cost Accounting for the ITA;
- Participates in the ITA's Strategic Planning Process, streamlines the operations of the Management Accounting Branch with the highlighted strategic direction of the Organization;
- Prepares and monitors the Branch's contribution to the Operational Plan and Budget;
- Researches and provides insights on existing and future demands and services;
- Prepares reports, presentation and other official documents towards the effective management and provision of services.
Technical/Professional:
- Advises the Chief Financial Officer on the financial performance of the ITA and on its financial status;
- Provides expert advice and specialist assistance to Programme Managers, as required;
- Prepares Budgets in line with the Ministry of Finance's Guidelines as well as in accordance with the Authority's Corporate Plan, policy priorities and resource availability;
- Implements and operates an effective Cash Management System;
- Evaluates in conjunction with Strategic Management, Physical and Financial performance in the implementation of the Capital Projects as well as activities in the Recurrent Budget.
- Human Resources:
- Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct reports, prepares performance appraisals and recommends or initiatives correction action, where necessary to improve performance and/or attaining established personal and/or organizational goals;
- Participates in the recruitment of staff for the ITA and recommends transfer, promotion, termination and leave in accordance with established Human Resource policies and procedures;
- Provides leadership and guidance to direct reports through effective planning, delegation, communication, training, mentoring and coaching;
- Maintains a system that fosters a culture of teamwork, integrity, engagement, high performance and commitment to the organizational goals and initiatives;
- Contributes to the development and implementation of a Succession Planning Framework in collaboration with the Human Resource Management and Development Division.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Core:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Team and results orientated
- Good planning and organizing skills
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Adheres to standards values and rules of the Organization
- Handles pressure and stress in a professional manner
Technical:
- Excellent analytical and judgment skills
- Good leadership skills
- Skills in operating computerized accounting systems
- Excellent knowledge of GoJ Accounting principles, guidelines and laws
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Master's Degree in Accounting, or Business Administration or Management Studies or any equivalent relevant qualification from a recognised tertiary institution plus at least five (5) years post qualification experience.
OR
- Association of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) or Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or any equivalent recognized professional qualification in accounting or management plus at least five (5) years post qualification experience.
- BSc degree in Accounting or Management Studies or any equivalent relevant qualification from a recognized tertiary institution plus at least ten (10) years’ experience in Accounting.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Tuesday, 2nd April, 2024 to:
Senior Director, Corporate Services
Island Traffic Authority
97 B Church Street
Island Traffic Authority
97 B Church Street
Kingston
Email: ita-hr@mtw.gov.jm
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