Annual Report 2010-F - Access Financial Services
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Annual Report 2010-F - Access Financial Services
Annual Report 2010 Table of Contents Notice of Annual General Meeting Company Performance Highlights The Chairman's and CEO's Statement to shareholders The Board of Directors Corporate Governance Corporate Data The Team Management Discussion and Analysis Pictorial Making our customers happy Striving for Excellence: Credit Officer of the year Credit Branch of the year Money Services Branch of the year Reaching out: Community Relations Disclosure of Shareholdings Auditors' Report Statement of Comprehensive Income Statement of Financial Position Statement of Changes in Shareholders' Equity Statement of Cash Flows Notes to the Financial Statements Proxy 01 03 07 09 11 13 16 25 31 32 33 34 35 37 39 40 42 43 44 45 46 71 Dated this 9th day of May, 2011 NEED A SMALL LOAN?2010 A Same Day LOAN APPROVAL Same day DISBURSEMENT INTEREST RATES LOWER INT PAYMENT DEDUCTION P PA AYMENT via SSALARY A COLLATERAL NEEDED.... No COLLATE A S . ACCESS FINAN FINA NCIAL SERVICES LTD. 1-888-GET-ACCESS 1 (1-888-438-2223) “All The Loan Services You Need Under One Roof...” www.accessfinanceonline.com w ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Company Performance Highlights For the year ended ende Decemberr 3 31,, 2 2010 0 03 Annual Report 2010 Company Performance Highlights For the year ended December 31, 2010 0 20,000 40,000 60,000 80,000 J$000’s 04 100,000 120,000 140,000 160,000 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Company Performance Highlights Performance Six Year Performance Highlights As at 31 December 2010 Year Ended 31/12/10 J$000's 377,901 Year Ended 31/12/09 J$000's 294,924 Year Ended 31/12/08 J$000's 220,225 Year Ended 31/12/07 J$000's 132,579 9 months 31/12/06 J$000's 62,851 Year Ended 31/03/06 J$000's 53,892 Year Ended 31/12/05 J$000's 31,568 Net Interest Income 356,854 261,168 192,003 121,019 59,407 51,211 30,200 Net Trading Income 375,086 266,902 194,427 123,009 60,514 52,352 31,249 Operating Expenses 271,100 220,291 166,697 82,608 45,289 30,096 25,091 Profit Before Taxation 147,206 84,749 51,153 46,155 15,583 24,182 10,302 - (18,750) (18,279) (13,435) (6,208) (7,002) (3,539) Profit For The year Year 147,206 65,999 32,874 32,720 9,375 17,180 6,763 Total Assets 658,292 608,480 445,227 270,348 162,220 131,595 57,700 Total Liabilities 251,017 334,686 330,345 188,340 112,933 93,221 36,506 Shareholders' Shareholders’ Equity 407,275 273,794 114,882 82,008 49,287 38,374 21,194 Weighted Average Number Of Issued Shares 274,510 274,510 274,510 274,510 274,510 274,510 274,510 Earnings Per Share $0.54 $0.24 $0.12 $0.12 $0.03 $0.06 $0.02 Return On Equity 36% 24% 29% 40% 19% 45% 32% Interest Income From From Loans Taxation 05 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Access Financial Services Limited Annual General Meeting 2010 Statement to Shareholders Dear Fellow Shareholders, 2010 was a particularly challenging year for the financial industry as the macro environment was characterized by declining interest rates as a result of the successful implementation of the Jamaica Debt Exchange change Programme (JDX) by the Government of Jamaica. Despite the challenging environment your Company, Access ccess Financial Services, recorded a 29% increase in total revenue which translated into a 74% increase ease in net profit before tax, and a 123% increase in net profit after tax and earnings per share. During ring the year the Company paid out $.50 per share in dividends to shareholders. This performance can be attributed to the solid growth recorded in our core business and a credible performance posted by the money services division. Loan Portfolio Performance Our retail credit division disbursed in excess of 12,000 loans valued at J$908m. Interest income me from loans increased to $378m which represents an increase of 28% when compared to 2009. All 133 es branches through which our loan services are offered performed credibly with our new branches meeting expectations. The downturn in the economy has had an impact on some our credit customers and as a consequence, quence, we have been proactive in increasing the Company's allowance for credit losses by 15.5%. Money Services Performance Our money services division performed well during the year growing total payouts by 12% over er 2009. This Thhis T is performance per erfo form rman mance ce is is to be be compared co omp mpar ared ed to the overall industry which recorded total payout growth of 5.8%. Such a performance is commendable mmendablee and annd is a confirmation con onfi firm fi mat a io ion on that thhat at customers are increasingly comfortable doing other money services associated with the Accesss Brand. T To Total oottall iinc income ncom omee fo for or tth the he mo m money one neey se serv service rvi rv vic ice division for 2010 was $43m representing a 13% increase when compared to 2009. Marketing In 2010, Access Financial Services increased its investment in marketing as we continue executing uting ourr strategy straatteg egy gy tto bbuild uildd the “Acce “Access” Acce ceess ces ss” brand among our core customers. During the year, Access launched the marketing campaign dubbed ubbedd “Acc “Access Gr G Granted” rante ted” ted d” tea teaming uup p with wiith t small business owner and entertainer Michelle Downer a.k.a D’Angel. Additional marketing initiatives atives ives suc suchh as the ““Friends Friends rrefer Fr e Friends” end ndss” s” marketing campaign was carried over from the previous year. Throughout the year, Access maintained a strong brand presence by participating in exhibitionss aand nd semina sem semin seminars arss suc su such uch as Ja Jam Jamai Jamaica amaiccaa B Bu Business ussiness usi ess Development Corporation Small Business Exposition and Denbigh 2010. Our customers were automatically eligible to enter the “Access Draw for Cash” Christmas promotion which held its grand prize draw on January 7, 2011. Customers stomers participated by dropping entry vedd exten extensive nsive support ppo from customers. cuustome forms into drop boxes at all Access locations. The promotion was very well received and received 07 Annual Report 2010 Human Resources During the year we continued to ensure that we have the right persons in the right place doing ng the right activity with the right resources. Accordingly, we strengthened the Company's senior management gement team with the filling of the Human Resources Manager and Operations Manager positions. Our Human Resources Department continues to focus on motivating our team members as well as implementing several qualitative initiatives. Recognizing that the macro environment is constantly changing, we continue to focus on improving our human resources processes. 2011 Strategic Outlook Going forward we will position the Company to efficiently and effectively expand its markett share of the overall micro and small business market as well as maximizing synergies between business units. We will continue to strengthen our internal systems and procedures as well as our human resources capabilities. We will increase the Company's operating efficiency ency by reducing our transaction operating cost while executing customer focused initiatives. Emphasis phasis will also be placed on developing an organizational culture where adherence to the Company’s y’s core values of teamwork, customer service and efficiency are promoted and rewarded. We would like to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to our valuable Access team members for their hard work and dedication displayed throughout the 2010 fisc fiscal cal ye yyear. eaarr. To our existing customers, we express our thanks and appreciation for your continued support. rt. T To our nne new ew cu ew cust customers, stom st mer ers, s, w wee look loook ok fforward orward to or building our relationship with you and helping you to achieve your financial goals. To our shareholders, we continue to focus on building shareholder value by being resolute and nd forever ooptimistic ptim pt imis isti is ticc in ti in tac tackling ck kllin lin i g what wh whatever haattev ever ommitment tto o ma make ke Ac ccess F innanci cial ci al S ervices challenges are thrown our way knowing full well that we have the team, the talent and the commitment Access Financial Services the preferred micro financial service provider in Jamaica. Brian Goldson Chairman Marcus arcus James Jam Chief Executive Officer 08 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Board of Directors (From left to right) Alexander Johnson (Non Executive Director) Brian Goldson (Non Executive Chairman) Gary Peart (Non Executive Director) Marcus James (Chief Executive Officer) Absent: Christopher Berry (Non Executive Director) 09 Board Composition The Company's Board of Directors is comprised of the following individuals: Brian Goldson Non – Executive Chairman Brian Goldson was appointed as non-executive Chairman on May 08, 2007. He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Investment Finance from the University of New Orleans and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree from Georgia State University. Mr. Goldson currently serves as non-executive chairman of the Company and non-executive chairman of the Postal Corporation of Jamaica Marcus James (Founder) Chief Executive Officer Marcus James is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. He has served as a Director since September 2000. Mr. James holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree (with Distinction) in Banking and Finance from the University of the West Indies and a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree from Western Carolina University. Mr. James currently serves on the Board of Directors of the British Caribbean Insurance Company Limited, the Airports Authority of Jamaica Limited and the Airports Authority of Jamaica Limited Pension Fund, where he holds the position of Chairman of the Trustees of the Pension Committee. Christopher Berry Non – Executive Director Christopher Berry was appointed as a Non-Executive Director on 28 September 2006. Mr. Berry is the Chairman of Mayberry Investments Limited. Mr. Berry holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. Mr. Berry also sits on the boards of other local companies notably, Air Jamaica Limited, where he is a member of the Divestment Committee acting on behalf of the Government of Jamaica. Gary Peart Non – Executive Director and Corporate Secretary Mr. Peart was appointed a non-executive Director of the Company on 28 September 2006. Mr. Peart holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Economics from the University of the West Indies and an Executive Master of Business Administration (E.M.B.A.) degree from Florida International University. Mr. Peart is the Chief Executive Officer of Mayberry Investments Limited and sits on the Steering Committee for the Junior Market of the Jamaica Stock Exchange and serves as Mr. Berry's alternate on the board of the Jamaica Stock Exchange. Alexander Johnson Non – Executive Director Mr. Johnson was appointed a non-executive Director of the Company on 24 October 2008. He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Management Studies from the University of the West Indies and Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of New Orleans. Mr. Johnson is a director and Operations Manager at G4S Jamaica Limited (formerly Wackenhut Jamaica Limited) ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE The Board of Directors of Access Financial Services Limited has full responsibility and oversight for directing the operations of the Company. The Board ensures that the Company operates within a framework of prudent and effective controls and that the Company is fully compliant with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements. Board Responsibilities Specifically the Board of Directors is charged with: . Establishing and monitoring the Company's strategic goals . Supporting and reviewing the performance of the Chief Executive Officer . Ensuring the availability of adequate financial and human resources . Approving annual budgets . Reviewing and approving audited financial statements . Ensuring that the obligations to the stakeholders are met . Establishing committees of the board Board of Directors Meetings held in 2010 During 2010 Access Financial Services Limited held five (5) meetings of the Board of Directors. The table below indicates the attendance of each Director. Director Number of meetings attended Brian Goldson Marcus James Gary Peart Alexander Johnson 5 5 5 5 Christopher Berry 1 11 Annual Report 2010 Committees of the Board Compensation and Expenditure Committee The Compensation and Expenditure Committee is tasked with overseeing the remuneration of directors, officers and employees and general expenditure of the Company. This committee is comprised of three (3) members; Christopher Berry (Chairman), Brian Goldson and Alexander Johnson. Compensation and Expenditure Meetings held in 2010 During 2010 Access Financial Services Limited held one meeting of the Compensation and Expenditure Committee. The table below indicates the attendance of each Director. Director Number of meetings attended Brian Goldson 1 1 Christopher Berry Alexander Johnson 1 Audit and Compliance Committee The Audit and Compliance Committee is charged with ensuring compliance with the Rules of the Junior Market, financial reporting standards, internal audit controls and procedures and independence of auditors. The members of this committee are; Brian Goldson (Chairman), Gary Peart and Alexander Johnson. Audit and Compliance Committee Meetings held in 2010 During 2010 Access Financial Services Limited held one meeting of the Audit and Compliance Committee. The table below indicates the attendance of each Director. Director Number of meetings attended Brian Goldson 1 1 1 Gary Peart Alexander Johnson 12 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Corporate Data . . . . Board of Directors Non-Executives Brian A.L. Goldson B.Sc., M.B.A Chairman Alexander I. Johnson B.Sc. (Hons.), M.B.A. Director Christopher W. Berry B.Sc. (Hons.) Director Gary H. Peart B.Sc., M.B.A. Director Executive . Marcus H. James B.Sc., M.B.A. (Hons.) Chief Executive Officer REGISTERED OFFICE 41b Half Way Tree Road Kingston 5 Jamaica W. I. REGISTER - TRANSFER AGENT Jamaica Central Securities Depository Limited 40 Harbour Street Kingston COMPANY SECRETARY Gary H. Peart ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW Patterson, Mair, Hamilton BANKERS RBTT Jamaica Limited The Bank Of Nova Scotia Jamaica Limited National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited AUDITORS BDO 26 Beechwood Avenue Kingston 5. 13 Annual Report 2010 MANAGERS Catherine Thomas Operations Manager Head Office MAAT, MICA Catherine Thomas Operations Manager Senior Human Resources Head Office MAAT,MICA Tresia Tresia Beckford Beckford OfficerH R Officer Senior Head Head Office Office B.Sc. B.Sc.(Hons), (Hons),FLMI FLMI Sarah Williams Chief Accountant Accountant Head Office CA, B.Sc. Novlette Brown-Sang Credit Manager All Branches A.Sc. Kareen Karene Shim Manager Montego Bay B.BA. Angella Lindsay-Brown Supervisor Browns Town Carolyn Plummer Manager Savannah-la-Mar Savanna-la-mar Aldria Brown Manager Savanna-la-mar - WU Savannah-la-Mar Shevaun Hart Manager Santa Cruz A.Sc. Sonia Lopez Manager May Pen - WU A.Sc. Michelle Nelson Manager Port Henderson -WU Reginald Hird Manager Portmore Pines Tamara Lindsay Supervisor May Pen Keisha Popley Manager Kingston Mitchel Henriques Supervisor Kingston Dip. Bus. Ad. Shevaun Hart Manager Mandeville A.Sc. Aretha Douglas Regional Manager Ocho Rios B.BA., A.Sc. Dianne James-Powell Regional Manager Old Harbour & May Pen M.SA, B.Sc. Metchell Mechell Clarke Supervisor Linstead B.BA. 14 A.Sc. Annual Report 2010 THE TEAM Senior Management From left: Tresia Beckford (Senior Human Resources Officer), Sarah Williams (Chief Accountant), Marcus James (Chief Executive Officer), Catherine Thomas (Operations Manager). 16 ESS ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. ACCOUNTING From left: Michael Collington (Bearer), Margaret Blackwood, Sherene Reid, Sarah Williams (Chief Accountant), Sashay Henry, Sheryl Cameron-Oliver, Terry-Ann Bisnaught, Wayne Stephenson. OPERATIONS From left: Catherine Thomas (Operations Manager), Anna-Kay Ellis, Camara Stewart, Danville Johnson Melisa Daley, Alsene Walcott, Dane Hinds 17 Annual Report 2010 Marketing and Business Development From left: Suzette Beckford, Michelle Brown, Lissa Harris. Collections From left: Yardine Burke, Wilbert Wilson, Baheerah Milwood, Tenille Martell, Enola Gray, Chevanne Hunt. I.T. & Audit From left: Rupert Pitter (Systems Administrator), Ravhi Istrow (Internal Auditor), Jhanoy Nicholson (System Administrator). 18 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. HR Assistant & Executive Assistant From left: Yanique Marshall (HR Assistant), Arlene Pusey (Executive Assistant) Kingston Credit Department Seated front left: Mitchel Henriques (Branch and Collections Supervisor), Keisha Popley (Branch Manager). Standing from left: Sofia Hinds,Carol Wallace, Sherene Sinclair, Damion Richards, Dian Lindsay, Shannique Wilmot, Kamisha Miller. Kingston Money Services From left: Delene Brown, Shawneca Hamilton, Jacqueline Barrett. 19 Annual Report 2010 Port Henderson and Portmore Pines Branch From left: Sabrina Nunes, Shelita Billings, Reginald Hird (Regional Manager), Opal Haughton, Karen Mcleod. Portmore Money Services From left: Kadian Thomas, Nardia Denton, Latoya Douglas, Kevon Blackwood, Felicia Williams, Anautia Morgan Nathan, Michelle Nelson (Branch Manager). Spanish Town From left: Nessa Richards, Latoya Blair, Colette Harris, Carla Howell. 20 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Old Harbour From left: Jerome White, Patrice Mitchell, Diane James-Powell (Regional Manager). Linstead Branch From left: Claire Bryan, Romone Morgan-Cameron, Mechell Clarke (Branch Supervisor). Brown’s Town Branch From left: Kedesha Lindsay, Nadine Brown Hanniford, Beverley Johnson, Curdelecia Cole, Angela Lindsay-Brown (Branch Supervisor). 21 Annual Report 2010 Ocho Rios Branch From left: Claudia Grant-Morris, Nickoy Brown, Nickeisha Hobson – Campbell, Aretha Douglas (Regional Manager). May Pen Branch Sitting from left: Dianne James-Powell (Regional Manager), Tamara Hooker-Lindsay (Branch Supervisor) Standing from left: Nafeesa Spence, Mark Edwards, Natalie Oswald, Andrene Smickle. May Pen Money Services From left: Lisan Dixon, Marclyn Evans, Jamie Banton, Tara Rowe-Badson, Lisa Walker, Sonia Lopez (Branch Manager) 22 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Montego Bay Branch From left: Julane Daley, Samantha Hutchinson, Marisa Williams, Karene Shim (Regional Manager). Mandeville Branch From left: Brenda King, Orenthia Williamson-Gray, Cordel Cohen, Vaughn White. Santa Cruz Branch From left: Janice Hart-Griffiths, Latoya Levy, Tracy-Ann Bright , Shevaun Hart (Regional Manager) 23 Annual Report 2010 Savanna-la-mar Branch From left: Carolyn Plummer (Branch Manager), Deanolyn Crooks. Savanna-la-mar Money Services Sitting: Aldria Brown (Branch Manager) Standing from left: Thornia Davis, Jumana Chin, Collette Ricketts, Venice Miller, Lorraine Wright. Savanna-la-mar Money Services Sitting: Gillian Brown (Branch Supervisor) Standing from left: Simar Spence, Yanique Wilson, Venecia Williams, Taniesha Dixon 24 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Management Discussion and Analysis Company Activities Access Financial Services Limited is a leading lender to Jamaica's micro enterprise sector. The Company provides loans for both business and consumer purposes through its retail network comprised of 13 branches. The Company is also a licenced cambio dealer and its money services division offers remittance, cambio, and bill payment services though 4 money services outlets. Strategy The Company's strategy is derived from it overarching goal of providing exceptional value its customers, team members and shareholders. Our strategy is geared to offering exceptional customer service to our clients, through ongoing training and support for our team members while operating in an efficient and effective manner. We adjust our products and services in response to the changing realities of the environment within which we operate which determine our customers financing needs. We also consistently review and improve our service delivery to our customers through ongoing consultation with them and the modification of our operating policies and procedures. Our team members, who interface daily with our customers, are provided with ongoing training and support to ensure their development and the realization of their personal goals and objectives. Combining excellent customer service with efficient operations driven by satisfied team members is the basis on which we seek to deliver above average returns to our shareholders. Financial Results Overview For the financial year ending 31 December 2010, Access Financial Services recorded net profit of $147.2mn an increase of 123% when compared to the 2009 fiscal year. The increase in profitability was due primarily to increases in all income streams and an improvement in the efficiency of Company operations. Correspondingly, earnings per share improved from $0.24 to $0.54. Operating Income Net interest income grew by 37% moving from $305mn to $418mn when compared to the prior year, and growth was reflected in interest income on loans growing by 28%, investments 13%, income from money services 13%, and fee and commission income 217%. Growth in interest income was achieved through the implementation of an aggressive marketing campaign which resulted in growth in loan disbursements. 25 Annual Report 2010 Management Discussion and Analysis (continued) 2010 Operating Income Composition Operating Expenses In 2010 operating expenses grew by 23% when compared to the prior year. This increase was driven by: (i) Establishment of new branches during the year (ii) Recruitment of new staff to fill senior management positions and positions created by the opening of new branches. (iii) In keeping with our continued drive to mitigate potential credit losses, provision for credit losses grew by 15.5%, moving from $39.2mn recorded during 2009 to $45.3mn recorded during the current year (iv) Increase in utilities, rent, courier and collection costs (v) Growth in depreciation and amortization charges in line with the expansion of our branch network and upgrades made to the Company’s technology infrastructure. 26 ESS ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Management Discussion and Analysis (continued) Operating Expenses (J$’000) Assets and Liabilities Analysis As at December 31, 2010 the asset base of the Company was $658.3mn, representing an 8% or $49.8mn increase over 2009. Asset growth which was fuelled primarily by increases in shareholders’ equity and was reflected in loans and advances which grew by 4% to $475mn after allowance for impairment losses, cash and cash equivalents grew by 68%, and fixed assets by 16%. Total Liabilities declined by 25% to $251mn due primarily to the reduction in Directors’ loans and loans from funding agencies. Key Ratios 27 Annual Report 2010 Management Discussion and Analysis (continued) Shareholders' Equity Total Shareholders' equity grew to $407.3mn, 48% over the prior year, fuelled by an increase in retained earnings of $133.5mn. The return on equity for the Company was 36% in December 2010 compared with 24% in December 2009. Dividends and Shareholders' Return The dividends paid in 2010 were $0.50 per share or $13.7mn which translated into a dividend payout ratio of 20%. Total shareholder return which combines share price appreciation and dividends paid to the investor was 52% for the 2010 financial year. Risk Management The Company's risk management framework was established to ensure that its risk taking activities are managed in accordance with the Board's risk appetite and that there is an appropriate balance between risk and rewards in order to maximize shareholder returns. Our risk management process incorporates the following components; (1) Oversight by Board of Directors and Senior Management (2) Policies, procedures and limits (3) Risk measuring, monitoring and management of information systems (4) Internal controls and audits These components are encompassed in a comprehensive risk management framework which ensures that the Company's credit, market, liquidity and operational risks are appropriately monitored and managed. Oversight by Board of Directors and Senior Management The Board of Directors is responsible for ensuring that the Company is managed in conformity with established risk tolerance limits. In order to meet this responsibility, the Board establishes appropriate committees such as the Audit and Compliance Committee and management structures to ensure that the accountability for the risks has been established. The Board also approves policies to address risks, allocate sufficient resources to addressing risks and react to identified risks by taking the necessary steps to eliminate or mitigate the risks in accordance with its approved policies and strategies. The Company's senior management team is responsible for developing and implementing procedures and practices that translates the Board's goals, objectives and risk tolerances into operating standards that are well understood by the Company's personnel and that are consistent with the Board's intent. The senior management team also establishes effective internal controls over the various risk management processes and ensures adherence to the lines of authorities and responsibilities that the Board has established for measuring, managing and reporting risk exposures. 28 ESS ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Management Discussion and Analysis (continued) Policies, Procedures and Limits The senior management team develops and implements policies and procedures that specify how the various risks will be monitored. Prior to implementation, the policies and procedures are approved by the Board in order to ensure that they are consistent with the Board's risk management philosophy and Company's business strategies. Risk measurement, monitoring and management information systems The Company's risk management framework includes the preparation of reports which summarizes risk exposures, demonstrates compliance with all risk limits, assess results of strategies and communicate risk and return to capital. These reports are prepared monthly by the Finance, Operations and Human Resources departments and reviewed by the Board of Directors on a monthly basis. Internal controls and audits The Company's senior management team is responsible for implementing properly structured internal controls that safeguard Company assets, promote effective operations, foster reliable financial and regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies. Quarterly audits are conducted by our internal audit department which reports to the audit committee while annual audits are conducted by the Company's external auditors. Credit Risk Credit risk is the risk that one party to a financial instrument will fail to discharge an obligation and cause the other party to incur a financial loss. The Company monitors its credit risk by carefully evaluating applicants for credit before disbursement and by reviewing its loan portfolio with a view to controlling its credit risk. Collateral is obtained for business loans and certain personal loans are collected through salary deductions by employers of the borrowers. Cash and cash equivalents, and securities purchased under resale agreements are held with reputable, licensed financial institutions, which are considered to present minimal risk of default. Liquidity Risk Liquidity risk, also referred to as funding risk, is the risk that the Company will encounter difficulty in raising funds to meet commitments associated with financial instruments. Liquidity risk may result from an inability to sell a financial asset quickly at close to its fair value. The Company manages its liquidity risk by the preparation and analysis of daily cash flow reports which outlines current and future obligations and the cash resources available to meet these resources. 29 Annual Report 2010 Management Discussion and Analysis (continued) Market Risk Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as interest rate, foreign exchange rates and equity prices will affect the value of the Company's assets, the amount of its liabilities and/or the Company's income. Market risk arises from fluctuations in the value of liabilities and the value of investments held. While the Company is exposed to market risk on certain of its financial assets, it is not deemed to be a significant exposure. There is also no significant exposure to foreign currency risk or equity price risk. Interest Rate Risk Interest rate risk is the risk that the value of a financial instrument will fluctuate due to changes in market interest rates. Interest rate risk is affected where there is a mismatch between interest earning assets and interest bearing liabilities, which are subject to interest rate adjustment within a specified period. The Company manages this risk by maintaining a portfolio of interest earning assets that exceeds interest bearing liabilities and ensuring appropriate matching of the maturity profile of interest bearing assets and liabilities. Operational Risk Operational risk is the risk of loss, due to external events, human error, the inadequacy or failure of processes, procedures, systems or controls. In order to mitigate this risk, the Company has polices, standards, internal controls, internal and external audits which ensures that operational risk is appropriately identified, managed and controlled. 30 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Pictorial Administrative Assistant Sherene Sinclair goes through the product brochure with an interested customer. The Kingston Branch poses for the 10th Anniversary Supplement Photograph. Branch Managers and Supervisors listen keenly to Pierre Markowski, Consultant as he discusses product development and business strategies. 31 Annual Report 2010 “MAKING OUR CUSTOMERS HAPPY” (Access Draw for Cash winners) From left; Business Development Officer, Michelle Brown, 1st prize winner Denise Kelly, Small Business owner, “Michelle Downer”, AKA D’Angel, 3rd prize winner Melvina Williams, 2nd prize winner Hortence Harrison and Business Development Officer Lissa Harris. A CCESS C A CCESS C Three lucky customers flash smiles as they display cheques received at the drawing of the “Access Draw for Cash” promotion. First prize winner Denise Kelly conducted the required number of transactions at our Port Henderson money services location. Upon being notified of her prize Denise stated that she feels great and that the cash would come in handy. She was also excited that Access had decided to undertake the promotion. FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Second prize winner Hortence Harrison received a MicroBiz loan from our Browns Town branch. Upon receiving her cheque, Ms. Harrison exclaimed “Thank You Father!” She explained that while feeling overwhelmed and happy she encourages persons to visit Access as the friendly staff provides exceptional service to their customers. Third prize winner Melvina Williams a business loan customer from the May Pen branch stated “I'm feeling good and it is a good start for the New Year; Access has made my day.” 32 ESS ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE Credit Officer of the year As Julane Daley reaches for the stars, it is evident by her height and achievements that she is almost there. Julane started working with the Company in February 2004 as an Administrative Assistant with our Montego Bay Branch. In October 2004 she was promoted to Business Loan Officer where she states that with the promotion “My goals were to execute my duties to the best of my ability by meeting the needs of my clients, whilst working hard Julane Daley being presented with a plaque for her achievements towards being recognized as the best Credit Officer within the as Credit Officer throughout 2010 by CEO Marcus James. organization.” She also went on to state that “I always try to build a great professional relationship with my clients by ensuring that their financial needs are always met. At the same time I have to strike a balance by being firm regarding the risk of delinquency and still maintain a good relationship with my clients which results in customer loyalty.” After being awarded with the Credit Officer of the year prize, she stated “I was elated to have earned the title of 2010 Credit Officer of the year. It has always been one of my goals and was a great achievement for me. Hard work and dedication did pay off!” . 33 Annual Report 2010 CREDIT BRANCH OF THE YEAR From left: Julane Daley (Business Loan Officer), Marisa Williams (Personal Loan Officer), Samantha Hutchinson (Administrative Assistant), Karene Shim (Regional Manager) and Marcus James C.E.O. The 2010 Credit Branch of the year was awarded to the Montego Bay Branch managed by Miss Karene Shim. Karene states “My Branch worked extremely hard to reach our targets, meet our customer's needs and maintain an excellent business relationship with our customers. It is an honour to be recognized as Credit Branch of the year and we will continue to serve Access and our customers.” Miss Shim was also awarded with Branch Manager of the year and states “I am happy to be rewarded with both awards. The Montego Bay team worked very hard and such recognition is well deserved. We deem it a great accomplishment and we will work even harder, and look forward to achieving these awards and more in the coming year. Now that we have the coveted title, we will not allow any other branch to reign on our parade.” 34 ESS ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. MONEY SERVICES BRANCH OF THE YEAR Money Services Division From left: Thorna Davis, Collette Ricketts, Loraine Wright, Sofia Grant, Venese Miller, Marcus James. Our Savanna-la-mar Money Services Division was awarded with Money Services Branch of the year. In addition, other branches received recognition at the Grace Kennedy Money Services Limited annual Customer Service Awards Luncheon held on March 13, 2011. The Division walked away with the following awards: Portmore Money Services - International Phone Yard (IPY) 1st Place – Customer Service Point of Sale (mystery shoppers) 1st Place – Medium Category Best Performance - Bill Express Top 50 Outstanding Frontline Associates (FLA) Category May Pen Money Services Western Union - Tara Rowe and Lisan Dixon. Savanna-la-mar Money Services – Thornia Davis. Top 30 Outstanding Supervisors Category Portmore Money Services - Michelle Nelson May Pen Money Services - Sonia Lopez Our May Pen Money Services Western Union tied for 3rd Place for the overall Western Union with 5,000 transactions per month. 35 Annual Report 2010 36 ESS ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Reaching out: Community Relations Labour Day 2010 Make shift house previously occupied by the elderly resident Jerome White and Carla-Jay Howell of the Spanish Town Branch assisting with the painting of the newly constructed house. Despite the civil unrest on Labour Day May 24, 2010, individuals in the Burke Road area of Old Harbour St. Catherine, made their way out to continue efforts in building a new home for an elderly resident of the area. We teamed up with the Care Taker for the area to provide building materials and workmanship for the building of the new house. Spanish Town High School Graduation We sponsored the Spanish Town High School 2010 graduation held on July 7, 2010. The sponsorship allowed 5 students who excelled in business subject areas to receive awards for excellence. Credit Officer from the Spanish Town Branch Carla-Jay Howell attended the graduation to personally award the students with their trophies and also provide a word of encouragement. 37 Carla-Jay Howell Credit Officer Spanish Town Branch Presenting an award to a member of the Spanish Town High School Graduating Class of 2010 Annual Report 2010 Jamaica Fire Brigade Manchester Division Neville Bennett Deputy Superintendent and Lissa Harris, Business Development Officer. Paulette Needham, Secretary Jamaica Fire Brigade, Rupert Pitter Systems Administrator and Lissa Harris. The Jamaica Fire Brigade Manchester Division has embarked on a self help program aimed at improving their work facilities which will enable them to provide better service to the communities they serve. In November 2010 Access Financial joined the cause by assisting in the purchase of a new multifunction printer which our IT department continues to support. 38 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Disclosure of Shareholdings AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2010 Shareholdings of Directors and Senior Management Directors Brian Goldson Marcus James Christopher Berry Gary Peart Alexander Johnson Shareholdings -- -- Senior Management Catherine Thomas Sarah Williams Tresia Beckford Shareholdings ---- Connected Persons ---- 80,089 112,000,000 -- Connected Persons 120,000 -- 1,363,200 Name Marcus James Mayberry West Indies Limited Shooting Star Limited Mayberry Managed Clients Account Generation 4 Company Limited Butterfly Bliss Limited Wakefield Farms Ltd. Catherine Adella Peart Bamboo Group Holdings Limited Konrad Berry Shareholdings 112,000,000 107,607,850 10,000,000 9,549,491 6,816,000 3,700,000 2,772,000 2,726,000 1,756,766 1,363,200 39 Annual Report 2010 42 to 68, 40 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. 41 Annual Report 2010 Access Financial Services Limited Statement of Comprehensive Income YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2010 42 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Access Financial Services Limited Statement of Financial Position 31 DECEMBER 2010 43 Annual Report 2010 Access Financial Services Limited Statement of Changes in Shareholders' Equity YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2010 44 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Access Financial Services Limited Statement of Cash Flows YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2010 45 Annual Report 2010 Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 46 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 47 Annual Report 2010 Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 48 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 49 Annual Report 2010 Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 50 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 51 Annual Report 2010 Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 52 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 53 Annual Report 2010 Access Financial Services Limited Notes to the Financial Statements 31 DECEMBER 2010 54 ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD. 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FORM OF PROXY ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LIMITED (THE “COMPANY”) “I/We _________________________________________________________________________ of ____________________________________________________________________________ being a shareholder(s) of the above-named Company, hereby appoint ____________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ of ____________________________________________________________________________ or failing him, ___________________________________________________________________ of ____________________________________________________________________________ as my/our proxy to vote for me/us on my/our behalf at the Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held at 2:00 p.m. on the 22nd day of June 2011 at the Knutsford Court Hotel, 85 Chelsea Avenue, Kingston 5 and at any adjournment thereof. I desire this form to be used for/against the resolutions as follows: No. Resolution details Vote for or against (tick as appropriate) 1. 2. 3. 4. To receive the report of the directors and the audited accounts of the Company for the financial year ended December 31, 2010. For _______________ To authorize the Directors to appoint the Auditors of the Company based on the results of tenders sent out to auditing firms, and to authorize the Directors to determine their remuneration. For _______________ To approve the interim dividend declared by the Directors on February 1st, 2011 in the amount of $0.31 per ordinary share, that was paid to shareholders of the Company on record as of March 2n d, 2011 on March 31st , 2011 as the final dividend for the financial year ended December 31, 2010. For _______________ As special business, to consider the following resolution: that each of the ordinary shares in the capital of the Company be subdivided into 10 shares For _______________ Against For ____________ Against Against ____________ For Against Against ____________ For Against ____________ Unless otherwise directed the proxy will vote as he thinks fit. Signed this day of 2011: ________________________________________________ Signature of Shareholder Against