Financial Controller

About Digicel

Digicel is a leading digital connectivity and communications provider, delivering modern wireless and fibre networks across 25 markets in the Caribbean, Central and South America. Serving nine million customers through mobile, home, and business solutions, we play a critical role in enabling economic participation and digital inclusion in the region. Our commitment to strong governance, inclusive access, and long-term value creation is embedded in how we operate every day. Backed by our DIGI values - Diversity, Integrity, Growth, and Innovation - our 5,000 employees are focused on driving impact for the customers, communities, and countries we serve.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Financial Controller

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Department: Finance

ABOUT DIGICEL

Digicel is a leading digital connectivity and communications provider, delivering modern wireless and fiber networks across 25 markets in the Caribbean, Central and South America. Serving nine million customers through mobile, home, and business solutions, we play a critical role in enabling economic participation and digital inclusion in the region. Our commitment to strong governance, inclusive access, and long-term value creation is embedded in how we operate every day. Backed by our DIGI values—Diversity, Integrity, Growth, and Innovation—our 5,000 employees are focused on driving impact for the customers, communities, and countries we serve.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & Control

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all entities within DHHL and Turgeau to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare annual financial reports, including detailed audit notes and support schedules for all entities.
• Monitor and review monthly Profit & Loss accounts and Balance Sheet accounts.
• Review and amend balance sheet presentation where necessary.
• Ensure all balance sheet schedules and reconciliations are reviewed and submitted to the Shared Service Center (SSC) with appropriate feedback.
• Review monthly audit schedules and account reconciliations.

Cash Flow Management

• Prepare and maintain accurate cash flow forecasts.
• Deliver reliable cash flow reporting and ensure closing cash balances meet business requirements and liquidity targets.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts for inclusion in monthly management reports.
• Monitor working capital and cash management activities.

Audit Management

• Coordinate and liaise with external auditors to facilitate smooth and timely audits.
• Ensure audits for all company entities are completed within agreed timelines.
• Provide audit schedules, supporting documentation, and responses to audit inquiries.
• Address audit findings and implement corrective actions where required.

Tax Compliance

• Review and ensure the accuracy of all local tax computations.
• Ensure statutory tax filings and payments are completed within required deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with withholding tax regulations and other statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with tax advisors and regulatory authorities as necessary.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Monitor internal controls and evaluate their adequacy and effectiveness.
• Recommend and implement improvements to strengthen financial controls and governance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Procurement Oversight

• Review and approve requisitions and purchase orders in accordance with delegated authority limits and company policies.
• Monitor expenditure to ensure alignment with budgets and business objectives.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with SSC teams to resolve accounting and reporting issues.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.
• Support business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making processes.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent are an advantage.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, preferably in a Financial Controller or similar position.
• Strong experience in financial reporting, audit management, tax compliance, cash-flow forecasting, internal controls, and financial analysis.
• Experience working in a multinational, multi-entity, or Shared Service Centre environment is an advantage.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.  Incumbent may, and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required.  Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly and clean workplace, using safety precautions and observing safety rules at all times.