Job offer: Financial Controller (Grace Kennedy General Insurance)

GK takes pride in our people, our products and our environment. Our culture is built on a philosophy of unity, grounded in our spirit of care, and guided by our core values of Honesty, Integrity and Trust. We are a team that cares and supports you on your journey to achieving your personal goals and realizing your potential.The GraceKennedy Financial Group seeks to identify an individual looking for an excellent opportunity to progress his/her career; and who possesses the vision and energy to help drive dynamic changes across the group, in the capacity of FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - GK GENERAL INSURANCE

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and accurate financial reports to comply with legal and regulatory obligations as well as internal management and Board requirements.
• Coordinate the development of financial plans by directing the preparation of high-level budgets and forecasts for the segment.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures that are consistent and compliant with International Financial reporting Standards.
• Develop and manage the financial control system by ensuring expenses are authentic; monitoring variance reports and ensuring control procedures are in place for Reconciliations and Receivables management.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on the most appropriate Asset/Liability Management (ALM) structuring of the Insurance Companies Balance Sheets.
• Represent the Finance function at Board and Committee meetings (both internal and external committees) and financial forums; liaise with the Financial Services Commission and other government agencies on legal and financial issues.
• Contribute to the performance and development of subordinate staff by providing strong leadership to motivate both individual and team excellence.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on the most appropriate Asset/Liability Management (ALM) structuring of the Insurance Companies Balance Sheets

Skills
Strong organizational skills and managerial abilities to direct and co-ordinate staff workloads, to prioritize tasks and to elicit a high level of productivity from staff to meet objectives which often include tight time frames
Strong written and verbal presentation skills, including the ability to express findings concisely while retaining accuracy and clarity
Strong analytical, forecasting and modeling skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills, professional judgment and tact in dealing with contacts inside and outside the financial areas of the bank