Accountant

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry.

Our Finance Team is currently looking for a talented Accountant for Barbados who is responsible for the finance and accounting responsibilities and works closely with the Chief Accountant in establishing financial policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems. 

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Reviews monthly cash on hand schedules and observes petty cash count on a monthly basis.
• Reconciles travel expense reports monthly and ensure posting to relevant GL.
• Approves bank reconciliations prepared by Accounting Supervisor.
• Reviews and submission of monthly VAT return bi-monthly.
• Approves supplier reconciliations at month end; investigates old or unusual items.
• Reviews vendor balance reclassification and investigates differences between Accounts Payable and General Ledger.
• Reviews all balance sheet accounts monthly and ensures submission of completed reconciliations to Blackline.
• Approves intercompany reconciliations and ensures that intercompany balances agree with local and central entities.
• Reviews financial results and issues significant variances report to Chief Accountant.
• Completes month-end accounting uploads.
• Complies with internal controls requirements and reporting.
• Provides support as required with external/ internal/ government audits.
• Meets with Accounts/Credit Team to keep abreast of status of ongoing tasks/projects and challenges.
• Manages day to day ad hoc operational requests including staff matters, matters from all profit center managers and matters from Commercial Retail Director, Aftersales Director, Finance Director, Head of Finance, Head of Treasury and administration matters.

We'll make a match if you meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related discipline
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing financial statements
• Professional accounting designation: CPA,CGA,ACCA or its equivalent
• At least three (3) years managing a team in a Senior Finance or Accounting role
• Process and deadline driven mindset with a keen eye for detail
• Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office with the ability to use advanced MS Excel functions
• Experience with internal control systems
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
• Strong business acumen with a high level of enthusiasm, professionalism and ethical standards

Role Information:

• Reports to: Head of Finance
• Location: Warrens, St. Michael
• Work Model: On-site
• Application Deadline: March 6, 2025

At Inchcape Americas, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Inchcape is for everyone. If you are enthusiastic about this role and share our values of delivering great experiences through innovative thinking and working better together, we invite you to apply.

We support diversity and inclusion in all its forms, without discrimination based on age, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, or disability.