Senior Finance Officer

Welcome to a workplace where everyone passionately believes in one purpose!
 
Our company's commitment extends beyond tasks; it's about infusing every action with purpose. We are dedicated to bringing unparalleled passion and customer focus to every facet of our business, creating an environment where your contribution truly matters.
 
With 70 years of experience, we are the leading strategic partner, providing specialized solutions for airlines, airports, and enterprises across 21 countries throughout The Caribbean and Latin America.
 
At GCG, we believe the secret recipe for a perfect team blends talent, focus, and discipline. We seek these qualities in candidates eager to thrive in a diverse and multicultural environment.
 
Our comprehensive solutions include Sky Dining, Airport Dining, Aviation Support, and Culinary. With a team of over 5,500 highly skilled experts dedicated to excellence, we uphold the highest standards of quality and service. We are committed to elevating travel & culinary experiences for all our customer's journeys, becoming the top choice in the region.

JOB PURPOSE

This role offers the candidate the opportunity to Assist the Finance Manager in the preparation of timely and accurate financial information and analysis to support the decision-making process of the Executive Management team which meets the group reporting requirements. 

Duties & Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Intercompany – Completion of all intercompany duties

-    Invoicing with supports       

-    Reconciliation

-    Confirmation

2. Accounts Payables

-    Processing suppliers’ invoices and payments

-    Performing all suppliers reconciliations and actioning reconciling items.

-    Monitor credit terms and applications.

-    Following up and application of credit notes from suppliers.

-    Reconciliation and maintenance of travel and employee expenses.

-    Petty cash custodian.

-  Tracking inventory spend by supplier on a weekly basis and submit to management for review

3. Reconciliation

-    Preparation of assigned balance sheet reconciliations – bank, accruals, prepayments etc.

-    Maintenance of schedules for audits.

-   Ensure all reconciliations and schedules are updated and reconciling items cleared.

4. Insurance

-    Maintenance of insurance schedules, payments and records.

-    Filing of all documents.

5. Statutory Requirements – Maintenance of tax files.

6. Reporting

-    Support month end close off process

-    Completion of month end reporting.

7. Fixed Asset

           -    Maintenance of fixed assets schedules, files etc.

8. Intercompany

           -   Preparation of invoices, reconciliations and confirmations.

           -   Posting intercompany monthly journals.

9. Records

-    Filing ALL documents necessary for the department. Main area of filing is AP.

-    Maintenance of electronic files – taxes, insurance, contracts etc.

10. Responsible for the safety of all employees under their charge inclusive of safety procedures, safety conditions and equipment and PPE.  Enforce all safety rules and regulations inclusive of HACCP and Food Safety and Hygiene.

Additional functions to be performed as needed:

1)    Back up for Payables and Receivables Officer in the Finance Department including Senior Finance Members. 
2)    Any other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager. 
3)    Ensuring all statutory, banking information are updated. 

Qualifications & Skills

As many as need it some examples include:

• Pursuing Financial Degree or ACCA
• 2-5 years’ work experience in a similar position
• Strong audit experience
• Advanced level user of Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics GP and SAP will be considered an asset
• Strong understanding and knowledge of Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger Reconciliations, Taxation and Financial Statement Preparation
• Good working knowledge of International Accounting Standards Highly Developed values of - Inspirational Leadership, Service Excellence, and Innovation
• Proven ability to develop and maintain an environment of trust, diversity, and inclusion within your team.
• Requires an extensive knowledge of business and an excellent command of the English language. Spanish will be an asset.
• Quality focus—the individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Meticulous in nature – pays attention to details.
• Team player – demonstrates an ability to integrate well with team members and to support other members of the team when needed.

Physical requirements

The role is required to spend extensive periods of time sitting behind a desk, it is recommendable to take a few breaks throughout the day by standing or exercising from time to time.

Travel requirements

The position may require limited occasional domestic and international travelling.

Embark on a journey with us, where every day brings new opportunities for growth and success. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to be part of a team that celebrates achievements, come, be a part of our story. Your career adventure starts here!