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Outstation and Special Projects Accountant (Level 5)
Company Information
Job Information
Description
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
Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries
Category
Accounting
Posted
28-01-2023
Job Status
Start Publishing
28-01-2023
Stop Publishing
07-02-2023
Applications are invited to fill the following vacant posts in the National Fisheries Authority: Outstations and Special Projects Accountant (Level 5) Finance and Accounts Division, salary range $1,444,094 $1,776,054 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
Job Purpose
Under the direction of the Director, Finance and Accounts Division (Level 9), the Outstations and Special Projects Accountant (Level 5), is responsible for the accounting transactions relating to specific projects. Accordingly, the incumbent undertakes feasibility analyses, monitors project expenses, deliverables and timelines, maintains project accounting records/databases and ensures that project guidelines are complied with.
The incumbent also accounts for all funds received at Sub-Stations on behalf of the National Fisheries Authority. He/she liaises directly with the Records Officer/Cashier at Sub-Stations regarding the collection of revenue from fuel sales and the issuing of licenses and permits to fishers and vessel owners.
Key Responsibilities
Technical/Professional:
- Communicates directly with Contractors, Project Sponsors and Project Team Members;
- Communicates directly with Outstations’ Records Officers;
- Represents the Authority at Project Team Meetings and other project related fora;
- Prepares Financial Governance Document for distribution to Project Teams;
- Prepares/obtains feasibility analysis for all projects before submission for approval by the Project Manager;
- Prepares/obtains Budgets and detailed schedules for all projects and Outstations;
- Monitors project expenses, deliverables and timelines, compare with budget/schedule, investigate and produce variance report;
- Maintains project accounts data in the Accounting Information System;
- Maintains Outstations accounts data in the Accounting Information System;
- Ensures that submitted invoices are accurate and settled promptly;
- Ensures that project guidelines are complied with;
- Reviews contracts and subcontracts to ensure terms and conditions are consistent with requirements of project sponsors and GOJ;
- Liaises with Project Managers and project sponsors on issues relating to project costing, project accounting etc.;
- Maintains project-related records, including contracts and changed orders;
- Monitors, tracks and records all expenses relating to each project and Outstations;
- Reviews and approves all invoices submitted for payments;
- Compiles information for internal and external Auditors as required;
- Enforces the timely submission of necessary information from Project Managers and Outstations Records Officers;
- Highlights project areas with opportunities for improvement and assists in the implementation of corrective action;
- Manages all project accounting data-bases to ensure timely updates, security and control;
- Closes out project accounts upon project completion;
- Performs other related duties assigned from time to time by the Director of the Finance and Accounts Division.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Core:
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Good problem-solving skills
- Good leadership skills
- Good interpersonal and influencing skills
- Good customer relations and quality focus skills
- Good planning and organizing skills
- Good teamwork and cooperation skills
Technical:
- Knowledge of the GOJ Financial Administration and Audit (FAA) Act
- Knowledge of Government Procurement Policies and Guidelines
- Sound knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
- Strong numeric and analytical skills
- Good knowledge of the Authority’s Policies, Practices and Procedures
- Competence in the use of spreadsheets and computerized accounting systems
- Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Associate Degree in Accounts/Finance/Business Administration;
- Completion of the revised Certificate in Government Accounting;
- Three (3) years related accounting experience.
- Diploma in Accounts/Finance/Business Administration;
- Completion of the revised Certificate in Government Accounting;
- Four (4) years’ experience in a comparable work environment.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- Island wide traveling;
- Exposure to adverse conditions on construction site/ship/boat/water.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Monday, 6th February, 2023 to:
Senior Director
Corporate Services Division
National Fisheries Authority
2c Newport East
Kingston 11
Email: fisherieshr@moa.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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