FINANCIAL COMPTROLLER
Deadline: Friday 7th June 2019
Qualifications: A Bachelor and/or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related accounting qualification, CPA or similar, with at least five years of experience in a similar position.
Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of financial and accounting practices and procedures; An understanding of government regulations and reporting requirements in the BVI; An understanding of related auditing and IT functions.
Skills/abilities: Excellent leadership and supervisory skills; Ability to organize, coordinate and direct projects, Strong oral and written communication abilities; strong interpersonal, analytical and technical skills. Ability to use Microsoft Suite, QuickBooks and Visual Payroll accounting software.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
· Directing, coordinating, maintaining and controlling an accounting system that properly reflects the financial position of the Trust.
· Participating in the establishment of major goals and objectives of the Trust and serving as a resource in all aspects of accounting. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, manage various projects at once and meet deadlines under pressure.
· Ensuring accurate internal and external recording and reporting of financial transactions.
· Overseeing budgeting, general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll and fixed assets management and other associated activities.
· Supervising, directing and appraising accounting staff
Successful candidate should be able to commence work immediately. Deadline for submission of applications is Friday 7th June 2019.
Please send cover letter and resume to:
The Director
National Parks Trust of The Virgin Islands,
P. O. Box 860, Road Town, Tortola, BVI
Tel: 1 (284) 346 9007 or 1 (284) 346 9005
E-Mail:
TERRESTRIAL PROGRAMME COORDINATOR
Deadline: Friday 7th June 2019
Ideal Candidates should possess a Bachelor and/or Master’s Degree in Natural Science, Protected Areas Management, Natural Resources Management or related accounting qualification, with at least three to five years of experience in a similar position.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
· Managing 20+ Terrestrial Parks across numerous islands, including important biodiverse areas/species protection, and visitor facilities maintenance
· Supervise Terrestrial Park Wardens across several islands
· Manage staff work rosters, reports and maintenance logs
· Oversee health & safety programme, and strategically plan SMART goals
· Conduct scientific data collection, assessment and reporting
· Prepare monthly and annual technical reports
· USE MS Office software to budget, project plan & report on work achievements
· Assist with public awareness and education activities for residents and visitors
Candidate should be highly organised and self-motivated project managers with expert (written and oral) communication and technical writing skills; adept at coordinating multiple projects and priorities; proven ability to lead and supervise teams; physically fit and able to function at a high-level, including outdoor/ wilderness conditions doing extensive field work. Experience in budget, grant writing, presentation and detailed report writing is essential. Familiarity with the Virgin Islands’ natural environment, swimming and diving are a plus.
Successful candidate should be able to commence work immediately. Deadline for submission of applications is Friday 7th June 2019.
Please send cover letter and resume to:
The Director
National Parks Trust of The Virgin Islands,
P. O. Box 860, Road Town, Tortola, BVI
Tel: 1 (284) 346 9007 or 1 (284) 346 9005
E-Mail:
