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George Joseph

@georgejoseph

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Decisive Financial Controller with over 20 years of experience.

Saint Lucia

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my extensive financial expertise while fostering team development and operational efficiency.

I am a decisive and goal-oriented Financial Controller with over 20 years of progressive experience in the energy sector. My career has been marked by a solid track record in financial governance, ensuring cash flow and profitability for a market-leading independent energy company. I have successfully negotiated significant contracts, including a USD$600k agreement, and implemented systems that have reduced risk exposure by over USD$4.9 million.

Throughout my career, I have held various leadership roles, including Financial Controller at Digicel Limited and Hess Oil St. Lucia Limited. I am skilled in accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle HFM, and Microsoft Office, and I am passionate about training and developing potential in others. My organized and methodical approach allows me to prioritize effectively and achieve multiple objectives, driving success within my teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Financial Controller

Digicel Limited

May 2016 - Jan 2023 (6 years 8 months)

Responsible for all aspects of month-end closing, journal entries, and accurate financial reporting and analysis within Oracle HFM. Prepared annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and special projects/ad hoc analysis and reporting.

US GAAP IFRS Internal Controls Financial Reporting Budgeting Forecasting Anti Money Laundering SAP

Financial Controller

Digicel Limited

Jun 2015 - May 2016 (11 months)

Managed all aspects of month-end closing, journal entries, and ensured accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis using Oracle HFM. Prepared annual budgets and monthly forecasts, contributing to special projects and ad hoc analysis.

Financial Reporting Budgeting Forecasting US GAAP IFRS Internal Controls Financial Analysis

Accounting Supervisor

Hess Oil St. Lucia Limited

Jan 2007 - Dec 2014 (7 years 11 months)

Performed month-end closing processes including P&L and balance sheet analysis, operating expense accruals, and project accounting. Prepared monthly management operating reports highlighting key performance indicators.

P&L management Financial Reporting Budgeting Forecasting Internal Controls Payroll Corporate Tax

Accountant

Hess Oil St. Lucia Limited

Apr 1993 - Dec 2007 (14 years 8 months)

Managed month-end closing processes, including P&L and balance sheet analysis, operating expense accruals, and project accounting. Prepared monthly management operating reports (MOR) highlighting key performance indicators.

P&L management Financial Reporting Budgeting Forecasting Internal Controls Payroll Corporate Tax

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Fellow Member, Accounting and Finance

Achieved the Fellow Member status with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). This designation signifies a high level of expertise and experience in accounting and finance.