Accountant / Business Manager

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Management & Accounting Establish and maintain appropriate accounting systems, financial procedures, internalcontrols and reporting mechanisms. Manage the company’s day-to-day accounting and financial activities. Key prioritiesinclude managing weekly cash flow, payroll, invoicing and collections; monitoring fuel,maintenance and other operating costs; and reporting profitability by truck and job. Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, cash-flow projections and management accounts. Monitor revenue, expenditure, profitability and overall financial performance. Ensure timely preparation of financial and management reports for the ManagingDirector. Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, collections and reconciliations. Monitor operating costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability. Ensure compliance with applicable taxation, statutory and financial reportingrequirements in Guyana. Coordinate with auditors, financial institutions, tax authorities and other relevant externalstakeholders as required. Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business and investmentdecisions. Business Setup & Organizational Structure Work with the Managing Director to establish the administrative and operational structurerequired for the company’s growth. Coordinate the establishment and effective functioning of the company’s physical office. Develop and implement appropriate policies, procedures, workflows and administrativesystems. Establish record-keeping, reporting and document-management systems. Identify operational resources, technology, suppliers and support services required by thebusiness. Assist with recruitment, onboarding and the development of appropriate administrativeand operational practices as the company expands. Business & Operations Management Maintain appropriate oversight of the company’s day-to-day activities while ensuringfocus on longer-term strategic priorities. Monitor operational and financial performance and ensure that emerging issues arebrought promptly to the attention of the Managing Director. Establish and monitor key performance indicators and operational targets. Coordinate operational personnel to ensure effective collaboration between finance,administration and trucking operations. Identify inefficiencies, risks and opportunities for improvement and recommendcorrective action. Ensure the company’s administrative and business practices support reliable andprofessional service delivery. Business Development & Growth Support the Managing Director in developing and implementing the company’s businessgrowth strategy. Conduct market and competitor research to identify potential clients, marketopportunities and areas for expansion. Assist in developing strategies to build the company’s presence and increase market sharewithin Guyana’s trucking and transportation sector. Identify and pursue prospective clients and business opportunities. Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, suppliers, partners andother stakeholders. Participate in preparing proposals, quotations, presentations and other business-development materials. Monitor customer needs and market developments and recommend new services orbusiness opportunities. Support negotiations and commercial discussions with prospective and existing clients.Safety, Compliance & Risk Management Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability and regulatory compliance throughoutthe organization.  Ensure appropriate business systems support compliance with relevant transportation,occupational health and safety and operational requirements. Work with operational personnel to monitor adherence to company safety standards andprocedures. Assist in identifying operational, financial and business risks and implementingappropriate controls. Ensure appropriate documentation and records are maintained for regulatory, insuranceand operational purposes. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEThe successful candidate should possess: Minimum ACCA Level 2 or a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a relateddiscipline. Approximately 5 to 8 years of relevant professional experience, preferably includingaccounting, financial management, business management and/or operations. Demonstrated experience in a management or supervisory capacity. Experience developing business processes, systems, controls and procedures. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting and cash-flowmanagement. Experience within transportation, trucking, logistics, distribution or a related operationalindustry would be a significant asset. Working knowledge of applicable business, taxation, and statutory requirements inGuyana. An understanding of workplace and operational health and safety standards. Strong proficiency in Microsoft tools, particularly Excel skills and the ability to establishreliable accounting records, financial reports, document management, and internalcontrols using Microsoft tools. REQUIRED COMPETENCIESThe successful candidate must demonstrate: Strategic Thinking – Able to see the bigger picture and translate business objectives intopractical actions. Commercial Acumen – Understands how operational and financial decisions affectprofitability and growth. Organization & Planning – Highly organized and capable of establishing structure in adeveloping business. High Performance Standards – Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality, accuracy,accountability and results. Entrepreneurial Mindset – Comfortable working in a start-up environment and willing totake initiative beyond narrowly defined responsibilities. Leadership – Able to provide direction, establish standards and positively influenceothers. Business Development Orientation – Comfortable identifying opportunities, developingrelationships and contributing to revenue growth. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills – Able to interpret financial and operationalinformation and develop practical solutions.  Communication & Relationship Management – Able to communicate confidently andprofessionally with employees, clients, suppliers and senior management. Integrity & Confidentiality – Demonstrates sound judgement and handles sensitivefinancial and business information appropriately. Adaptability – Able to work effectively as the company’s structure, team and operationsevolve.