DIRECTOR FINANCE & ACCOUNTS

DIRECTOR FINANCE & ACCOUNTS

DIRECTOR FINANCE & ACCOUNTS (FMG/PA 3)

Salary range: $4,594,306.00 – 5,597,715.00

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the general direction of the Director General, the incumbent is responsible for managing, monitoring and controlling the financial and accounting operations of the Agency.  The incumbent is also responsible for designing, implementing and reviewing on a continuing basis, financial, accounting and reporting systems of the Agency. 

In addition, the incumbent is responsible for the coordination of the progress of Projects undertaken by the Agency and ensuring the legitimate and economical use of financial resources of Projects. The incumbent also manages the National Disaster Fund, Donations and Investment portfolio.  Also, ensures that an annual Statutory Audit is completed within the required timeline as per the FAA Act and other related policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares the agency’s  budget and financial statements;
• Prepares the agency‘s annual budgetary estimates.
• Ensures efficiency and economy in the expenditure of the Agency’s funds by applying sound principles of financial management in planning.
• Monitors financial status of the Rental Business and advises the Senior Management team on its profitability.
• Functions as a member of the Agency’s Procurement/Disposal, Staff Loan and Motor Vehicle loan Committees to ensure compliance with policy guidelines.
• Prepares work plan for unit staff;

• Ensures that financial and accounting transactions are conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Financial Administration and Audit Act and the Disaster Management Act.
• Prepares the unit Operation Plan in relation to unit activities.
• Ensures annual statutory Audit of the Agency is completed within the required timeline;

• Manages the National Disaster Fund, Investment Portfolio, Projects and Rental Business;

• Communicates externally with Principal Financial Officer of the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development and other stakeholder relevant to the Agency financial operations.

• Monitors and evaluates the performance of reports,

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Oral & written communication skills;
• Analytical and judgement skills;
• Planning and Organizing skills;
• Problem solving skills;
• Confidentiality;
• Integrity;
• Customer relations skills;
• Interpersonal and negotiating skills;

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge in the laws, regulations, principles and practise relating to public sector financial accounts and general ledger
• Knowledge in Procurement and Fixed Assets;
• Good understanding of Investment;
• Comprehensive knowledge of Government Accounting principles and practices;
• Knowledge of an Accpac Accounting Software System;
• Skills in use of computer software applications;
• Knowledge of emergency procurement procedures

REQUIRED EDUCATION /EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• A first Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or Management Studies, Business Administration with emphasis in Financial Accounting.
• Experience in the Public or Private Sector in a Financial Management capacity, with at least three (3) years at a senior level;