Position Summary

The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the Authority and is accountable to the board of Directors for the overall leadership, management and administration of the Authority. The incumbent is responsible for providing strategic direction and ensuring the effective implementation of the Authority’s mandate in accordance with its enabling legislation and the policies established by the Board.

The Executive Director will lead the regulation and supervision of Grenada’s non-bank financial sector, promote sound corporate governance, strengthen market integrity, safeguard consumers, support financial inclusion and enhance public confidence in the sector. The role also requires fostering effective relationships with government, regulated entities, regional and international regulatory bodies, development partners and other key stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• A postgraduate Degree (Master’s or higher) in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Law, Public Administration, Risk Management or a related field
• An advanced professional qualification in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related discipline (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA, CFA, or equivalent) would be an asset
• A minimum of (10) years of progressively responsible senior management experience, preferably including executive leadership responsibilities
• Significant experience in financial sector regulation or the financial services industry, including one or more of the following areas: insurance, pensions, credit unions, money service businesses, microfinance, fintech or other non-bank financial institutions
• Demonstrated knowledge of prudential regulation, risk-based supervision, corporate governance, enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance and consumer protection frameworks
• Experience working with government agencies, regulatory authorities, international financial institutions, regional organizations or multilateral development partners will be an advantage

Required Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

• Demonstrated track record of high achievement and successful performance in a comparable senior leadership position
• Exceptional strategic leadership and organizational management skills
• A thorough understanding of the regulation and supervision of Grenada’s non-bank financial sector and relevant international regulatory standards and best practices
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance principles and public sector accountability
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills
• High standards of integrity, professionalism and ethical conduct
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, policy development and sound decision-making abilities
• Proven ability to lead organizational transformation, manage change and build high-performing teams
• The ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with government, regulators, industry stakeholders, regional organizations and international partners
• A Sound understanding of emerging risks, financial innovation, digital transformation and the evolving non-bank financial services landscape
• Strong financial management and resource planning skills

Terms of Appointment

The Executive Director will be appointed on a contractual basis for a term of 3 years in the first instance.  The successful candidate will receive a competitive remuneration and benefits package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position, qualifications and relevant experience.

Submission & Deadline

Applications should be submitted no later than Friday August 14, 2026 to: garfininfo@garfin.org

NB. Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged. GARFIN reserves the right to terminate the recruitment process without reason/explanation.

The Accountant will play a critical role in supporting the Finance Manager and General Manager in transforming the Finance Department into a modern, efficient, and strategically driven unit capable of supporting a growing and increasingly complex organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Operations & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, journals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and support the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP and relevant statutory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of Board reports, financial analyses, budget monitoring reports, and cash flow projections.
• Support the preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis of departmental and project budgets.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Provide supervision and technical support to finance staff, foster accountability and teamwork within the department, collaborate across operational units, contribute to training and capacity building, and support strategic and operational projects as assigned.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment for housing projects, inventory and materials, work-in-progress accounts, soft loan programmes, capital projects, and grants or donor-funded initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ relevant accounting experience, preferably within:
  – Public sector,
  – Construction,
  – Housing,
  – Inventory-intensive operations
• Strong understanding of:
  – IFRS/GAAP,
  – Management accounting,
  – Inventory controls,
  – Budgeting and financial reporting.
  

STRONG PROFIENCY

• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting software and financial reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to Lead a team.
• Prepare management accounts and financial analyses.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification (completed or nearing completion), with Experience in Management accounting, Cost accounting, Inventory management, Project accounting and financial modelling.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Financial Analysis & Reporting
• Leadership & Team Management
• Inventory & Cost Control
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Strategic Thinking
• Systems Improvement
• Accountability & Integrity
• Communication & Stakeholder Coordination
• Problem Solving & Initiative

Submission and Deadline – June 15, 2026
Please send applications to hr-adminmanager@hag473.com

Caritas Grenada is the Roman Catholic Church’s relief, development and social service organisation working for the poor and marginalized. Caritas Grenada works without regard to creed, race, gender or ethnicity.

This position is based on mainland Grenada and will require travel to field locations on the tri-island state for on-site assessments.

Minimum Requirements:

• The Finance Office must have attained the ACCA Applied Skills level or have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Management, Public Administration or other relevant field
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in financial management, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven track record of managing financial risks.
• Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with grant management and donor reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity. 
• Ability to remain calm and professional in tense situations
• Must submit a Police Record and Self-Declaration Form, and sign Caritas Grenada’s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct before taking up post.

Applications with curriculum vitae and two written references must be addressed to ‘The Project Coordinator, Caritas Grenada, The Chancery, Church Street, St. George’ AND emailed to: pmo@caritasgrenada.org by August 27th, 2024

Duties to include but not limited to:
➢ Analyze data to understand where the company is generating and losing revenue.
➢ Examine bank statements and reconciling them with general ledger entries.
➢ Manage the Fixed Asset Register.
➢ Generate financial reports that display the company’s profits, equity and cash flow.
➢ Check and reconciles control accounts on a monthly basis.
➢ Conduct periodic analysis of accounting trends and development.
➢ Undertake special projects as may be requested by the General Manager.
➢ Keep an eye on incoming payments from accounts receivable and outgoing payments from accounts payable.
➢ Analyze data collected in order to determine the state of the company’s financial health.

Qualification:
✓ Bachelors’ degree in Accounting or ACCA equivalent.
✓ Minimum of 3 years work experience in accounting or related field.
✓ Competence in MS Office suite especially Excel and Word.

Special Skills:
❖ Knowledge of computerized accounting Systems.
❖ Ability to meet stringent deadlines.
❖ Ability to work in a team environment.
❖ Excellent communication skills (written and oral).

Please submit your application to the following email address grenadahr473@gmail.com no later than 28th February, 2026.
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