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Deborah M. — Mid-Level Financial Controller from Barbados

Deborah M.

Mid-Level Financial Controller

Barbados 6+ years
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Deborah M. L. is an accomplished Financial Controller with a career spanning various facets of accounting, finance, treasury management, and governance across Barbados and the Caribbean. Her professional journey began in auditing at EY, then transitioned to significant roles in manufacturing, hospitality, offshore banking, and financial consultancy. At Bryden Stokes Ltd., a subsidiary of the Ansa McAL Group, she managed the Finance department, overseeing strategic financial planning and compliance. Previously, as CFO at Channell Enterprises Ltd. and Trimart Inc., she led the finance and accounting functions, managing cash flow and coordinating audits for retail operations. Her expertise is built on a foundation of robust skills in financial analysis and reporting, supported by certifications in Cybersecurity Awareness and advanced knowledge in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, and SAP. Deborah also held a prominent role as CFO at Pan Atlantic Bank and Trust Ltd., ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving financial operations. Her leadership in finance extends to consulting, where she assisted SMEs in Barbados in adopting new accounting and risk management systems.

Experience

  • Financial Controller

    Bryden Stokes Ltd. · 2024 — Present
    Oversee the Finance department of Ansa Trading (Barbados) Ltd, collaborating with the management team to set and execute corporate goals. Manage cash flow, financial planning, and preparation of financial statements, budgets, and VAT returns. Coordinate audits and liaise with statutory bodies while mentoring Finance staff.

  • CFO/Financial Consultant

    Channell Enterprises Ltd. and Trimart Inc. · 2022 — 2024
    Handled finance and accounting for multiple supermarkets and a warehouse. Led an accounting team, overseeing training and performance evaluations, while managing cash flow and financial planning. Prepared financial statements, budgets, and coordinated audits, interfacing with statutory bodies on behalf of the companies.

  • Chief Financial Officer

    Berger Paints Barbados Ltd. · 2020 — 2022
    Served as a senior management team member, focusing on financial activities. Responsibilities included accounting, forecasting, strategic planning, and logistics. Acted as General Manager temporarily while maintaining CFO duties.

  • Systems/Finance Manager

    Cobblers Cove Hotel · 2020 — 2020
    Reviewed internal controls and improved the control environment. Assessed hospitality and accounting software, enhancing reporting accuracy. Implemented new SaaS platforms and managed the accounting department producing monthly financial statements and budgets.

  • Financial Consultant

    Self-employed · 2018 — 2020
    Provided financial consulting services to small and medium-sized enterprises, including budgeting, financing applications, and establishing accounting and compliance systems.

  • Chief Financial Officer

    Pan Atlantic Bank and Trust Ltd. · 2007 — 2018
    Developed annual budgets and internal control reports while ensuring compliance with regulations. Prepared materials for shareholder and board meetings, managed audits, and liaised with regulatory bodies.

  • Group Financial Controller

    Almond Resorts Inc. · 2005 — 2007
    Oversaw financial accounting at multiple properties, managing expenditure and ensuring compliance with reporting standards. Coordinated budget preparation and provided leadership in financial performance analysis.

  • Financial Controller

    Almond Resorts Inc. · 2000 — 2005
    Produced consolidated financial statements and maintained IFRS compliance across group companies. Managed budgeting processes and operations to improve revenue and cost efficiency.

  • Finance Manager

    C. F. Caribbean Flavors Ltd. · 1994 — 2000
    Executed general accounting activities including ledger management and financial reporting. Managed investments and oversaw related reporting activities.

  • Financial Consultant

    Technology Systems Caribbean Ltd. · 1993 — 1994
    Provided consulting services for the development and enhancement of accounting systems, focusing on SCL's software packages.

  • Audit Senior

    Ernst & Young · 1985 — 1993
    Developed audit programs and managed audit assignments, supervising staff while documenting accounting systems and recommending internal control improvements.

Skills & Expertise

PharmaceuticalAccount ManagementSAP MM (Materials Management)AccountingAccountant

Education

  • Certified General Accountant (CPA/CGA)
    Institution not specified · — — 1992