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Date: 21 Oct 2026

Location: Kingston, Jamaica

Company: GraceKennedy Ltd.

 

The GraceKennedy Financial Group seeks to identify an individual looking for an excellent opportunity to progress his/her career; and who possesses the vision and energy to help drive dynamic changes across the group, in the following capacity:-​

ACCOUNTING OFFICER - GK LIFE

 

 

Purpose of Position

To assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, maintain general ledger by preparing bank and other balance sheet reconciliations, profit and loss analyses to facilitate timely and accurate financial reporting, and manage accounts payable and premiums receivable.

 

What You'll Be Responsible For

In this role, you will support the organization by:

  • Preparing and maintaining bank reconciliations, premium income reconciliations, premium tax reconciliations, and other key financial schedules.
  • Recording financial transactions through the timely preparation and posting of journal entries, including accruals, payments, expenses, and other adjustments.
  • Supporting the management of claims accounting activities, including claim analyses, claims reserve schedules, and claim settlement processes.
  • Preparing and maintaining IFRS 17 premium accounting calculations and related journal entries.
  • Assisting with actuarial reporting requirements by preparing information for reserve calculations, including IBNR reserves.
  • Maintaining accurate general ledger reconciliations and supporting the timely resolution of identified discrepancies.
  • Managing intercompany invoicing and reconciliation processes to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Supporting accounts payable activities, including the processing and timely settlement of invoices.
  • Responding to customer, stakeholder, and finance-related queries and ensuring issues are effectively resolved.
  • Maintaining organized accounting records and supporting internal and external audit requirements.
  • Assisting in the preparation of reports, schedules, and financial information required for management, Board, and Committee meetings.
  • Supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting activities.

What Will Make You Successful

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of two (2) years' experience in an Accounting or Finance environment.
  • Sound knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and financial reporting practices.
  • Strong technical accounting skills and experience preparing reconciliations and financial analyses.
  • Proficiency in relevant accounting software and financial systems.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience supporting audits, financial reporting activities, or regulatory submissions would be an asset.
  • Ability to review, reconcile, and analyze financial information with a high degree of accuracy while identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective action.
  • Ability to assess issues, evaluate options, and implement practical solutions that support sound financial management.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and consistently deliver high-quality work.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting processes, reconciliations, and financial controls.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal stakeholders, customers, auditors, and business partners.
  • Demonstrates responsiveness and a commitment to delivering a high standard of service to both internal and external customers.
  • Works effectively with colleagues across departments to achieve shared objectives and support the overall success of the Finance team.
  • Demonstrates professionalism, confidentiality, and personal accountability while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and ethical conduct.

GraceKennedy's Competencies

GraceKennedy embraces six key competencies that all employees, regardless of level, should master and demonstrate across the organization. These are:
•    Results Oriented
•    Digitally Savvy
•    Collaborative
•    Engaging & Inspiring
•    Diversity-Embracing
•    GK Values-Driven

​Qualified applicants are invited to submit applications no later than 30/10/2026 via the careers section of our Corporate Website at www.gracekennedy.com

 

GraceKennedy Financial Group upholds the principles of fairness and equity in the treatment of all our employees and stakeholders. The Company is committed to equity in all its employment practices and policies and seeks to recruit, develop and retain its employees on the basis of merit, ability and performance. As such, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment, and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, national origin, religion, gender, or otherwise.