Daniel Knight
@danielknight
Experienced manager specializing in ICT and financial systems.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with a strong background in ICT and financial management, currently serving as the Country Manager at Productive Business Systems (Antigua) Limited. My role involves overseeing sales, financial operations, and managing teams to meet our strategic goals. I have a proven track record of maintaining sound financial ratios and fostering brand penetration in the market.
Previously, I held significant managerial positions within the Ministry of Information, Communications Technology and Digitalization, where I led the E-Government department. My focus was on implementing technology solutions to enhance service delivery and streamline government operations. I have successfully managed projects that transformed public sector processes, significantly improving efficiency and service quality.
With a postgraduate diploma in International Accounting and Finance and extensive experience in project management, I am committed to leveraging technology to drive organizational success and improve public service delivery. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can contribute to strategic initiatives and foster innovation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Country Manager
Productive Business Systems (Antigua) Limited
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Managed all sales, financial, and operational aspects of the company, overseeing diverse teams including sales, service, support, logistics, and finance. Successfully met financial and operational targets, maintaining sound financial ratios and fostering significant portfolio and brand penetration in the market.
Adjunct Lecturer
University of the West Indies Global Campus
May 2025 - Present (1 month)
Provided guidance and oversight for courses related to ICT literacy. Ensured students gained foundational knowledge in information and communication technologies.
Coordinator of I.T. Implementation and Management Unit
Ministry of Finance and Corporate Governance, Government of
Aug 2009 - Present (15 years 10 months)
Led a team in the support, development, and deployment of ICT systems across multiple ministry agencies, ensuring continuous user access to mission-critical services like FreeBalance GRP. Performed system administrator functions for FreeBalance GRP for 10 years, managing user access, system configuration, and updates, alongside local domain and Active Directory administration. Improved service del
Director, E-Government
Ministry of Information, Communications Technology and Digit
Aug 2018 - Nov 2022 (4 years 3 months)
Led the Department of E-Government in the implementation, support, and evaluation of information systems and government online services. Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives within the Public Sector, focusing on business process changes and technology adoption to enhance service delivery and ease of doing business.
Project Implementation Manager, CRVS Project
Ministry of Information, Broadcasting, Telecommunications an
Aug 2018 - Oct 2022 (4 years 2 months)
Led a dedicated team in the support, development, and deployment of ICT systems specifically for Civil Registry functions. Managed comprehensive project activities encompassing project management, legislative review, business process reengineering, document management, digitization, and certificate redesign.
Project Manager: FreeBalance Integrated Financial Management System project
Ministry of Finance and the Economy, Government of Antigua a
Jan 2006 - Feb 2016 (10 years 1 month)
Implemented key modules of the FreeBalance GRP solution, achieving the first successful fully integrated GRP implementation within the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, which reduced payroll processing time by 60%. Authored business processes for automation, leading to fully automated payroll for over 9,000 central government employees. Coordinated project teams and subject matter experts, and fo
Budget Analyst
Ministry of Finance and the Economy, Government of Antigua a
Jan 2004 - Aug 2009 (5 years 7 months)
Monitored and evaluated public finances for specifically assigned governmental agencies, covering both project and operating expenditures. Performed budget and financial analysis for various agencies and prepared budget estimates of revenue and expense for presentation to Parliament. Developed and maintained the public financial system’s chart of accounts and other classification systems. Collabor
Research Officer
Establishment Division, Government of Antigua and Barbuda
Oct 2003 - Jan 2004 (3 months)
Created period reports and drafted documents based on research activity, developing a report that significantly improved the HR information database and its features. Performed advanced queries and searches related to HR records, discovering and rectifying anomalies in updated HR information database releases. Provided essential technology support for the agency, including troubleshooting user req
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Liverpool
Post Graduate Diploma, International Accounting and Finance
Grade: Merit
Activities and societies: Successfully completed courses including International Financial Reporting and Analysis, Strategic Managerial Accounting and Performance Management, Assurance and Management Control, Accounting Information Systems and Technology, International Corporate Governance and Regulation, Strategic Financial Management, Financial Markets and Institutions, and Financial Analysis & Valuation.
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma with Merit, specializing in Strategic Finance Practice. The curriculum covered key areas such as international financial reporting, strategic managerial accounting, and corporate governance.
Caribbean Union College
Bachelor of Science, Computing
Earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Computing, emphasizing Software Systems. Also completed a minor in Business Administration, providing a comprehensive understanding of both technical and business principles.
Caribbean Union College
Associate of Science, General Business
Obtained an Associate of Science degree with a major in General Business. This program provided foundational knowledge in various business disciplines.
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