Finance Manager

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.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensuring proper internal controls are developed, implemented and monitored.
• Safeguarding and managing the Company’s finances, working capital and fixed assets.
• Liaising with external auditors at year-end and preparing annual financial statements.
• Coordinating the preparation of annual budgets and participating in strategic planning.
• Leading and managing the accounting team.
• Ensure operational activities remain on time and within a defined budget.
• Providing financial analysis and modelling and delivering to operations to drive business decisions.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable departments.
• Manage timely data collection to update operations metrics to achieve productivity targets, reduce cost per unit, eliminate errors, and deliver excellent customer service.
• Conduct budget reviews and report cost plans to upper management.
• Update business acumen by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations, etc.
• Ensuring payroll payments are timely and all relevant payroll standards and reporting guidelines are met.
• Preparing financial reports as outlined by the company; ensuring accuracy, conformance with policy, and timeliness.
• To assist the HR Lead to ensure that there are appropriate HR systems in place and implemented as per Company requirements such as staff training, succession planning, disciplinary process followed and recruitment of staff.
• Communicate all operating policies and/or issues at department meetings.
• Review and approve all operational invoices and ensure they are submitted for payment.
• Track vendor pricing, rebates and service levels.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Ensures the IT and Procurement function KPIs are meet and the department functions within the GCG guidelines.

    ACADEMIC, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Professional Accounting Designation (ACCA/CPA/CGA) or Equivalent Degree
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience at management level and possess strong leadership skills.
• Thorough knowledge of accountancy and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Proven ability to develop and maintain an environment of trust, diversity, and inclusion within your team
• Strong budget development and oversight skills
• Knowledge of general business software and aptitude to learn new applications; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Able to communicate in English orally and in writing
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills

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!