Finance Team Lead / Manager

PurposeTo lead and strengthen Newport Water’s finance function, ensuring accurate, timely financial management, profitability visibility across revenue streams, and financial systems that scale regionally.The Finance Team Leader will drive fiscal discipline, support data-driven decision-making, and build a finance team aligned with Newport’s goal of becoming a high-performing regional brand.Key Responsibilities- Lead day-to-day finance operations (Banking, GL, payroll, billing, collections, payables, costings, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, deferrals, fixed assets)- Prepare budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across all 5 revenue streams:Equipment SalesEquipment SubscriptionHydrateParts & ServiceConsumables- Implement and optimize financial systems, processes, controls and structure (e.g., Zoho Books / CRM integrations)- Support regional expansion through financial planning and reporting consistency across territories- Partner with MD and department heads to evaluate business cases, pricing, and ROI- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations for tax & statutory filings- Build and mentor a capable, detail-oriented finance teamSkills, Competencies & CharacteristicsAnalytical Rigor - Strong financial modeling and variance analysis to guide decisionsProcess Discipline - Builds repeatable systems, controls and processes that scale across multiple islands and revenue streams.Leadership & Development - Coaches team members, delegates effectively, sets clear expectationsBusiness Partner Mindset - Collaborates with operations and sales to balance growth and controlTechnology Fluency - Leverages finance and CRM systems ( ZOHO suite, Excel, BI tools) for efficiencyIntegrity & Confidentiality - Upholds high ethical standards and stewardship of company resourcesReflects Newport’s values and leadership ethos:Ownership: Treats company resources as their ownClarity: Communicates financial insights simply and transparentlyExcellence: Holds self and team to high accuracy and timeliness standardsGrowth Mindset: Constantly improves systems, skills, and toolsRegional Vision: Understands and supports the company’s Caribbean footprint and ambitionsQualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent; CPA/ACCA preferred5+ years in financial management, ideally in a growth-oriented, multi-entity environmentExperience leading small teams and implementing finance systems or process automationExperience in hands-on day to day finance department activities from transaction entry to reporting and analysisTech savvy and experience with multiple ERP & IT systems including Microsoft Office suiteEmployment DetailsLocation: Barbados (with regional oversight)Reports to: Managing DirectorWorking Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PMType: Permanent | Office-based (with flexibility)Apply Now!Send your resume and certified copies of relevant qualifications to careers@newport-water.com with the subject "Finance Team Leader / Manager".Deadline for Applications: November 30th, 2025_____________________________________________________________________Why Join Us?Be part of a progressive and innovative regional team.Work for a regional brand that challenges the status quo.Collaborate across diverse teams, cultures, and territories.Gain exposure to cross-functional projects and innovation initiativesOpportunities for continuous learning and professional developmentContribute to real impact in a growing organization