Financial Accounting

Professional Profile:

Meticulous and results oriented accounting professional with 16+ years of experience in accountingprinciples and practices, financial reporting, financial analysis, budgeting & forecasting,.

Highly motivated with strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

Highlights of Qualification:

Master of Business Administration,

University of Manchester, United Kingdom

(Equivalent to a Master’s degree, as determined by World Education Services in Toronto, ON)

Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants,

United Kingdom

Diploma in Business Administration major in Accounting,

University of Technology, Jamaica

Professional Experience:

National Housing Trust, Jamaica (July 2017- May 2018)

Manager, Financial Reporting

Had responsibility for managing the entire financial reporting process within the organization. Manged the overall department to ensure effective financial reporting and compliance with all statutory regulations and procedures. Main duties:

Manage daily activities for Accounting.

Managed the preparation and distribution of internal financial statements and reports, maintaining the highest quality, reliability and accuracy.

Managed monthly closing process, including reconciliations and analysis of related accounts.

Coordinated the Company's annual audit with the independent auditors.

Developed and maintain the integrity of the financial reporting process and financial controls.

Coordinated, developed and updated written policies and procedures over the financial reporting process.

Maintained and strengthened internal controls over financial reporting.

Researched and resolved accounting issues to ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

National Housing Trust, Jamaica (May 2006 – July 2017)

Budget Coordinator

Has overall responsibilities for the planning, organizing and supervision of the day-to-day activities of assigned accounting functions and ensuring adherence with established accounting policies and procedures.Duties include:

Preparation and dispatch of budget guidelines and templates to cost centre managers and the provision of support necessary to assist them in the preparation of their annual budgets.

Revision of budget information received from cost centre managers for accuracy, completeness and reasonableness, ensuring that the budget is in alignment with the Organizations’ Strategic and Operational Plans for the period.

Preparation and coordination of the annual budget and financial statements ensuring that all required supporting information/documentation are accurately presented.

Monitoring of the budget throughout the year and revising the budget semi-annually to account for significant changes in the business environment.

Reviewing, analyzing, and reporting on the Organizations Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as well as departments’ expenditures and variances.

Preparation of Monthly and Quarterly Financial Performance reports for submission to Senior Management, Board of Directors, External Government Agencies and Ministries.

Preparation of projected cash flows and financial models for medium and long term planning analyses.

Revision of audit schedules for accuracy

Preparation of the company’s annual Income Tax computation and filing returns to the relevant tax authority.

Conducting Performance Appraisals, training and supervision of staff members

Caribbean Cement Company,Jamaica (October 2004 - August 2005)

Management Accountant

Coordinated and prepared the company’s budget and five year plan.

Provided budgeting and financial analysis for various departments.

Prepared and reviewed management accounts on a monthly basis and submitting on a timely basis to head office, senior management and board of directors.

Prepared published statutory accounts on a quarterly basis

Prepared monthly forecasts for Senior Managers and the Board of Directors.

Prepared other ad hoc reports as requested by Management.

PricewaterhouseCoopers, Jamaica (August 2000 - October 2004)

Senior Accountant July 2003 - October 2004

Staff Accountant July 2001 - July 2003

Trainee Accountant August 2000 - July 2001

Leadership of field engagement teams.

Prepared financial statements and accompanying notes in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Conducted comprehensive audits/ reviews of financial statements for medium to large companies, including companies listed on the Jamaica Stock Exhange

Performed internal control and substantive testings by applying the firm’s audit and accounting methodologies at client engagements.

Developed and maintained relationships with client management through the understanding of their business and the delivery of quality service.

Coaching, training, and mentoring audit staff

Reviewed work of the junior staff to ensure that all work is completed and documented in accordance with the firm’s policy

McKenley & Associates, Jamaica (November 1995 - September 1996 & June 1999 - August 2000)

Staff Accountant

Performed audits of small to medium clients.

Provided accounting services which included the preparation of bank reconciliation statements, general ledger & financial statements for clients

Provided advice to clients on implementing and developing proper internal controls

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References:

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