Junior L. Buchanan, Pgdip., Chba Email & Phone Number

As the Chief Advisor to the CEO, Program Managers, and staff, I provide expert guidance on finance, accounting, human resources, procurement, grant management, and administration. I oversee the funding of approximately USD 200 million in programs and projects being implemented across 11 Caribbean countries.General:a. Integral member of the CBF Management Team.b. Lead the finance department and oversee the implementation of systems related to Finance and Administration.c. Direct supervisor to the Finance Officer, Finance Assistant and the Information, Communication and Technology Assistant.Operations:a. Advise approximately 3 Program Managers and 5 Project leaders on financial matters.b. Manage the procurement processes of the CBF.c. Handle administrative matters of the Finance Committee (FC), including the relationship between the FC and 2 Asset Managers. Lead the review, modification, and approval process of policy documents.d. Oversee the compliance obligations of the CBF, including filing annual accounts with UK authorities and other relevant jurisdictions.e. Participate in the review and modification of policy documents.Accounts and Auditing:a. Manage disbursements to approximately 40 grantees and beneficiaries in over 10 Caribbean countries, 6 consultants annually, and payments to CBF staff.b. Manage the development, recording, tracking, and monitoring of budgets, expenditures, and reporting for the CBF and its stakeholders.c. Manage the annual audit processes for the CBF.d. Manage relations with 2 Banks holding 9 bank accounts for the CBF.Program Support:a. Facilitate the preparation of programs, projects, and budget proposals for the CBF.b. Oversee and ensure compliance with CBF's and/or relevant donors' internal financial policies and procedures when processing grants, payments, and reimbursements.c. Oversee the CBF's financial reporting to donors,including but not limited to the KfW, GAC, USAID, UNEP/GEF, and AFD.

Reporting to the CEO, managing resources of approximately USD130 million, providing support in the areas of Accounting, Finance and Operations as follows: Finance: Lead the development and monitoring of the annual Finance Committee Workplan process. Work with Asset Managers to ensure that relevant information is provided. Work with the Finance Committee and Asset Managers to ensure compliance with CBF’s IPS’ and modify where necessary. Lead the Finance Committee meeting preparation. Facilitate asset manager annual assessment. Accounting:Lead the accounting process by developing the CBF’s Chart of Accounts, installation of QuickBooks and daily monitoring of expenditure. Lead the institution’s annual general and use of funds external audits. Lead the institution’s budgetary preparation process for board approval. Develop and maintain program disbursement and funding schedules. Develop CBF’s Banking and Accounting policy. Lead liaison with US Bank and Deutsche Bank. Administration & Operations:Lead procurement process relating to consultants and professional services. Lead the hiring process from the development of ToR to contract signing. Overseas staff issues relating to vacations, expense reimbursement, equipment purchasing and repairs. Manage the compliance of CBF with countries of which CBF is a registered entity, i.e., Jamaica. Manage the system implementation process: i.e., QuickBooks, Certify, SignEasy, Zoho. Support annual filing process with UK Companies House and UK Charity Commission. Support the review of CBF’s policies relating to procurement, finance and governance. Support the contractual process between CBF and partners. I.e., GLISPA, Cuso, Wayaj Program Support: Support contractual and reporting relations between CBF and funder. i.e., KFW, UNEP, AFD Support the procurement process and financial review relating to CBF’s beneficiaries.Support the disbursement process for CBF beneficiaries.

Jamaica

Report: The Regional Representative, Caribbean and the Regional Finance ManagerFinance:Manage the general finances of the office, which include but is not limited to:-Prepare and submit annual budget to HQ.-Lead the Budget review process.-Track expenses.-Pay all suppliers on a daily basis.-Prepare Finance Agreements.-Ensure timely disbursement of Salaries, Rents and Stipends.Volunteer Management:- Manage all human resource related issues such as Accommodation, Leaves, Stipends, etc.General:-Ensure the office is always conducive for working which include: (1) Maintenance of equipment, building (2) Maintain an up-to-date Inventory (Asset) list and (3) replace defective equipment at the soonest possible time.- Manage the communication process: to volunteers, on social media (Facebook), Ottawa (HQ), and other stakeholders.

Kingston

Volunteering in preparing financial document, processing of company registration and tax documents, and monthly filing of taxes on TAJ Website. Preparing employees contract, proof reading operation manual to ensure compliance with Jamaica’s Laws. Prepare all contract and subcontract agreements.

Instruct students in the areas of Medical Insurance, Communications and Clerical Duties and Bookkeeping.

Kingston Jamaica

Serve as chief assistant to the Finance Director by organizing and maintain all finance related files, manage cash flow and expenditures and track budgetary items to ensure corporate accounting compliance. Reconcile bank records with monthly financial report and prepare documentation for corporate head office. Oversee payments to subcontractors and grantees and handle payroll on a periodic basis. Support COMET II’s procurement process by purchasing goods and services while aligning practices with USAID regulations and requirements. Prepare documents according to corporate mandated operational guidelines for final review and approval and monitoring project inventory and equipment on an ongoing basis. October 1 2016 - March 31, 2017In the absence of the Finance and Administrative Manager:Reports to the Chief of Party by implementing strategies to manage the procurement process to ensure compliance with USAID. Overseeing the employment issues to ensure compliance, ensuring that all financials are in accordance with outline set by organisation. Monitor all subcontractors and grantees submissions for payments. Work with Home Office to ensure timely processing of payroll and also reconciliation of accounts.

* Create and implement systems to ensure efficiencies in the overall operation of the business especially in the areas of the supply of goods and the payment of suppliers.*carefully monitor the overall expenditure of the organization and develop feasible system to minimize wastage*Manage all staff and customer issue ensuring that it is resolved in a timely and professional manner.

- Manage staff and all staff related issue- Manage customer issues and concerns- Check and balance cashiers daily- Prepare lodgement where necessary- Developing feasible budget plans through a careful analysis of ,financial statements- Through strategic management develop innovative plans to positively affect sales

Lecture in areas of Human Resource Management, Management Studies, Organizational Psychology and Business Strategy.

- Assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical- Prepare sub-ledgers as required- Prepare monthly report as required- Monitor and request adjustment of Inventory- Prepare and send off lodgement as needed

lecture in the areas of:1. Total Quality Management2. Foundation Accounting3. Premises and Facilities Management4. Psychology5. Financial Management6. Organization Management

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