The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints – Auckland, North Island
Job Description
The Pacific Area Finance and Records Department (FRD) is seeking to appoint a Finance Manager to be based at Liahona High School Campus in Tonga. This is a full-time, permanent senior level position offering a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the financial stewardship of the Church’s operation in Tonga.
The successful candidate will be expected to fulfil a range of key responsibilities and meet essential qualifications and experience criteria aligned with the professional standards of the role.
Responsibilities
- Provide oversight and supervision of staff including selection, training, motivating, performance, and disciplinary issues
- Lead and manage the finance function in Tonga including providing support to Local Unit Finance Team
- Develop key relationships with Senior Government Officials, Government Departments and Banks
- Support, counsel and provide key guidance to the other members of Tonga Management Team
- Research and resolve complex financial issues
- Ensure accuracy of ledgers and timely reconciliations
- Efficiency in the completion and filing of all statutory reports and disclosures
- Build and maintain relationships of trust with key customers
- Ensure the maintenance and design of internal controls
- Prepare special studies and reports when and as required
Qualifications
Has a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, master’s degree is preferredHas a minimum of ten years of related professional work experienceExperience at a senior management levelCurrent professional qualification is preferred i.e. CPA or MBAHas proficiency in networks and basic software applications including spreadsheets and databasesExcellent verbal and written communications skills in English and TonganExperience working in a professional environmentAbility to respond, meet deadlines and solve complex problemsPrevious management and supervisory experience is essentialMaintain temple worthiness standardsPlease note that only candidates who have legal work eligibility to hold employment in Tonga should apply.
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