Salary range $5,198,035 – $6,990,779 per annum

  • The Government Shareholdings Director is responsible for overseeing the shareholdings of the Government and accounting for all Government securities. The incumbent will implement systems that allow for the safe custodianship of share certificates and maintain an accounting of all Government investments in public bodies. The incumbent will administer the public sector investment policy, safeguarding the Government from undue risks. Liaise for audit reports, manage assets, represent at AGMs, and ensure dividend payments to the Consolidated Fund.

Primary Duties:

  • Government investments in public bodies monitored and accounts maintained;
  • Shares Register;
  • Statement of Capital Investments of the Consolidated Fund/TSA showing transactions for the year of account, the securities held and the proportion of equity held on behalf of the Government at the end of the respective year (Statement F);
  • Briefs on various Government entities, including analysis of the entities’ financial statements;
  • Report on assets forfeited under forfeiture to the crown under the Dangerous Drugs Act.

Qualification and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Management Studies with Accounting or BBA Degree from an accredited University or; ACCA Level 2 or Associate
  • Degree in Accounting, MIND, along with the Diploma in Government Accounting, MIND.

Essential Experience and Knowledge:

  • At least five (5) years’ experience in a related field;
  • At least two (2) years of experience working at the management level in Accounting or Finance;
  • Knowledge of Accounting practices and Applications;
  • Strong background in reviewing and analyzing financial statements under International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS);
  • Working knowledge of Public Bodies Management and Accountability (PBMA) Act
  • Strong knowledge of Corporate Governance Practices and the Companies Act

Required Competencies

  • Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills
  • Excellent Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
  • Excellent Customer Focus Skills
  • Results Focus
  • Integrity

 

Applications accompanied by resumes’ should be submitted no later than Thursday, 19th June 2025 to:

Director Human Resource Management & Development

Accountant General’s Department

21 Dominica Drive, Kingston 5

Via link below

https://www.caribbeanjobs.com/Accountant-General-Department-Jobs-2877.aspx

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