VACANCY POSITION FOR PROPERTY CLERK
VACANCY POSITION FOR FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
- Maintain a Property Assets Register and responsible for the safekeeping of all
- Titles owned or leased by the Archdiocese.
- Ensure that relevant leases and rents are paid in a timely manner according to agreements/contracts
- Regularly review of leases by providing a report on the current status of all leases and rents to ensure compliance with agreements/contracts, crown land and native leases etc.
- To assist with management of all properties and write accurate and reliable reports.
- To assist with administration including banking or other errands.
- Any other work as may be required from time to time in relation to Properties and projects and is able to work alone at times in carrying out field inspections and monitoring of Archdiocesan properties.
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Suva is seeking to appoint a dynamic and energetic person who is goal driven and achievement oriented to take on the role of FINANCIAL CONTROLLER in the CURIA office. This position is mandated by Canon Law N0. 494 (Church Law).
For further information about the position please contact The Chancellor, chancellor@archdioceseofsuva.com or the Chief Operating Officer, coo@aosfiji.org or collect the details from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese, Nicolas House, 35 Pratt St, Suva. A letter of application including full Curriculum Vitae with names and contacts of three referees should be sent to:
Vacancy: “FINANCIAL CONTROLLER”
Roman Catholic Archdiocese Office,
Archdiocese of Suva,
P O Box 109, Suva.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Finance Controller is a Senior Position and is responsible for all financial matters pertaining to the Archdiocese. The position reports directly to the Archbishop of Suva and the Finance Council.
Job description:
- Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Finance office.
- Oversee and including the preparation of monthly management accounts, reconciliations and analysis
- Prepare draft financial statements for the annual statutory audit.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.
- Provide quantitative information on financial position, liquidity and cash flows of the Archdiocesan office.
- Work with departmental heads in the preparation of operational, project and capital budgets.
- Review monthly financial performance of the RCA office against budget and report variances to the
- Archdiocesan Finance Council on a timely basis.
- Effectively work with the property officer in reviewing archdiocesan assets and valuations.
- Can communicate proficiently with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to function cooperatively in a team and work in a spiritually regulated environment with integrity.
- Effectively and regularly liaise with parishes on the provision of regular reports to the RCA office and commitment to address requests in a timely manner.
Essential Requirements
The person must be:
- A degree in accounting or a business degree and have at least 6 years in an accountant position or have worked in a similar position.
- Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, guidelines and accounting standards. In-depth knowledge of IFRS and being a member of the Fiji Institute of Accounts would be an advantage.
- Comprehensive knowledge of accounting software especially hands-on experience with MYOB.
Renumeration
The Archdiocese of Suva will offer an attractive renumeration commensurate with experience and qualification.
The closing date for applications is Friday 21 March 2025.
Potential candidates will be shortlisted for interview.