Kathleen Brown

Experience

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  Neal and Massy Group of Companies

  Nov 1992 - Nov 1998

  Director/Financial Controller

  Project Managed the implementation of the financial system from a mainframe system to a network environment (Great Plains Accounting).Implemented new accounting processes and procedures and trained users on use of system.Prepared all financial reports for the Board of Directors and external auditors, including month-end and year-end financial statements.Managed the accounting department and assisted the Chief Executive Officer in the overall management of company operations.Prepared all business plans, consolidations and annual budgets for departments. Show less

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  Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands

  Nov 1998 - Apr 2002

  Management Accountant

  Project Manager for the implementation of the SmartSream Financial System (Payables, Purchasing, Funds Control and Budget modules) Designed and implemented new business processes throughout all government agencies.Conducted training for all government users in the implemented modules.Produced the Government’s annual budget and provided financial management support and advice to Accounting Officers throughout government.Provide annual government reports and assist in the preparation of all financial statements.Ensure that an accurate record is made of all receipts and payments.Ensure that all financial legislation, instructions and guidance notes are applied throughout all government departments.Oversee work of junior staff in the Financial Management Unit/Treasury. Show less

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  Government of St. Lucia

  Jun 2002 - Aug 2005

  Financial Systems Specialist

  Project Manager for the review and implementation of new and improved procurement business processes throughout all government departments. Provided SmartStream Financials application support and training for all government users.Liaison between end users and IT staff to ensure that business needs were met.Coordinated end user testing.Provided subject matter expert support for various modules of the financial system. Worked with helpdesk staff to ensure user needs were met.Assist in governance of the IT function. Show less

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  The Government of Bermuda

  Sept 2005 - Sept 2010

  Project Manager/Management Accountant

  Provided project management services to the Government of Bermuda during the upgrade of their financial accounting system.Managed the project team, vendors, customers and key stakeholders interests.Prepared all project documentation for the monitoring and reporting of project tasks and status.Involved in the vendor selection process. Part of the team conducting the assessment of systems and vendors for the upgrade project.Assisted in the preparation of the business plan and final recommendation document to the Steering Committee.Produced the government’s annual financial statements of multi-billion dollar government agencies. Coordinated the annual audit process liaising with all departments and the Office of the Auditor General.Managed the Financial Reporting Unit and the Information Technology Unit Show less

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  180 Systems (assigned to Project with the Government of Bermuda)

  Oct 2010 - Jan 2012

  Business Consultant/Project Manager

  Provided project management services to the Government of Bermuda on their ERP implementation project to upgrade their financial system from J D Edwards World to Enterprise One.Prepared all project documentation (scope, charter, weekly status reports, issue tracking, budget reports).Managed the project team, vendors, stakeholders, and budget.Managed communication to clients, stakeholders and management. Conducted team meetings-internal and with vendors. Responsible for dissemination of information to stakeholders (meetings, newsletters, bulletins, workshops etc).Organised core team training and end user training.Monitor implementation - risk assessment, risk mitigation plan.Work with IT Office to ensure project needs are met.Coordinated point in time internal audits. Show less

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  Lands and Survey, Cayman Islands Government

  Apr 2013 - Sept 2016

  Manager, Administration and Finance

  Manage the day to day operations of the Administrative & Finance Unit, including supervision ofstaff.Conduct staff performance management including preparation of performance assessments andagreements and conduct performance interviews.Produce monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements and related financial reports.Answer audit queries for Internal Audit and the Auditor General's Office.Maintain an asset register for the department.Ensure prompt recording of revenue and expense transactions.Prepare and manage the annual budget of the department.Provide financial advice to the Director and section heads in the Lands and Survey Department.Provide information in response to Freedom of Information requests. Show less

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  Portfolio of Legal Affairs, Cayman Islands Government

  Sept 2016 - Dec 2020

  Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  Assist the CFO with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and projections for the Portfolio/Office and its Departments, Sections and UnitsOversee the daily accounting functions of the Portfolio/Office and its Departments, Sections and UnitsCoordinate and manage the month-end closing process for the Portfolio/Office and its Sections and UnitsCoordinate and manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and annual reports for the Portfolio/Office its Sections and UnitsEnsure that the Departments, Sections and Units adhere to the Portfolio/Office directives and/or the requirements of the Public Management and Finance Law and Financial Regulations, including an adequate system of internal controlsGuide and mentor the Financial Administrator in the conduct of their responsibilitiesAct in the absence of the Chief Financial Officer Show less

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  Cayman Islands Government/Judicial Administration

  Jan 2021 - Jun 2023

  Financial Controller

  The Financial Controller (FC) is responsible for managing the overall finance and accounting functions of Judicial Administration. The FC contributes to the preparation of the budget and monthly and annual financial reports showcasing actual performance, forecasts, and trends, and makes recommendations to the Court Administrator on various financial related matters. The FC oversees accounting systems and reports, develops policies and procedures necessary to comply with statutory requirements, and ensures compliance with same. - Develop and maintain internal financial policies and ensure compliance with statutory requirements - Maintain the accounting system and financial records- Prepare monthly management accounts including reconciliations- Assist in the compilation and verification of financial statistics provided to internal and external parties- Ensure cash collection is handled securely, properly accounted, and timely deposited- Monitor the capital and operational budgets against actual expenditures to identify variances- Prepare interim and annual financial statements as required- Monitor cash flows to ensure Judicial Administration can meet its financial obligations. - Serve as the primary point of contact during annual financial audit.- Prepare audit schedules- Maintain the fixed asset register - Monitor procurement activities ensuring compliance with statute, policies and procedures - Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, quarterly and annual reports- To oversee and manage day to day online accounting processes- Ensure the efficient management of the Court Funds- Development and monitoring of the annual strategic plan - Implement and report on scorecards or other Key Performance Indicators- Maintain oversight all Finance Staff- Assist in the development of training and succession planning for employees in the Finance Unit- Consistently seek efficiencies Show less

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  Judicial Administration

  Jan 2023 - now

  Chief Financial Officer
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  Environment Tobago

  Jan 2024 - now

  Director