Purpose of the Job

SkyCity is the future of the US Virgin Islands air travel experience. SkyCity is engaged in a redevelopment of the Henry E. Rohlsen Airport in St. Croix and the Cyril E. King Airport in St. Thomas and will operate both airports with the highest international aviation standards and to ensure a modern gateway for the islands. Reporting to the CFO, the Corporate Controller will be responsible for financial and management reporting, general ledger accounting, budgeting and financial planning, maintenance of effective internal controls, and contribution to the overall success of the project.

 Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams, including the Financial Reporting and Accounting to support the multifaced needs of our operating segments and the overall corporation
• Participate in shaping the finance function and executing on finance strategy; as well as monitor, manage and drive the financial performance of the business to achieve business goals
• Responsible for all monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reporting requirements including the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and notes for the auditors and periodic reporting packages and analysis for stakeholders
• Assist with annual budget and business plan and periodic financial forecast preparation
• Oversee all transactions related to the general ledger including processing journal entries, accruals and reconciliations as well as reviewing appropriateness of various accounting
• Lead and resolve all complex technical accounting and regulatory reporting issues by working closely with the CFO and communicating effectively with the external auditors.
• Accountable for the development and maintenance of the company’s internal controls
• Manage Accounts Payable and Account Receivable/Credit Control functions to ensure that vendor invoices are processed in a timely manner, customer billing and payment applications are timely and accurate, and reporting deadlines are met.
• Accountable for the financial accounting and reporting policies, processes and procedures of the corporation and ensuring adoption of policies, processes and procedures through communication and training
• Participate in business-critical ventures with financial investors, lawyers and bankers in highly time sensitive and complex situations
• Oversee preparation of various analyses and reports for executive management and the Board of Directors to support strategic business decision making
• Collaborate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders and advisors.
• Ensure adequate training and development of accounting personnel.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Accounting is required, CPA or CA designation preferred
• 5+ years of combined experience in accounting, auditing and financial reporting, with experience in a management capacity
• Proficiency in IFRS, US GAAP, and emerging accounting issues
• Advanced experience preparing financial statements
• Demonstrated success in leading and motivating a dynamic team of finance professionals
• Enthused to work in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment
• Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
• Ability to build trusting relationships with all levels of the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Produce quality work with the highest degree of accuracy and integrity