Accountant, General Ledger

MTN is a leading emerging market operator, connecting subscribers in 22 countries in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. The MTN Group is listed on the JSE Securities Exchange in South Africa under the share code: MTN. As of 30 June 2013, MTN recorded 201.5 million subscribers across its operations in Afghanistan, Benin, Botswana, Cameroon, Cote dIvoire, Cyprus, Ghana, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Republic, Iran, Liberia, Nigeria, Republic of Congo (Congo Brazzaville), Rwanda, South Africa, Sudan, South Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Uganda, Yemen and Zambia. MTNs brand is the most valuable in Africa, and is ranked in the top 100 brands worldwide.
Vacancy Number: ADTRACK – F&SAGL003

Job Summary:

Responsible for performing period close, consolidation and reconciliation of intercompany accounts in the financial services function.

Job Role

Capture revenue/cost and perform timely and accurate reconciliation (Roaming, interconnect etc.)
Support Monthly, Interim and Final reporting and Auditing.
Salaries, SSF, PAYE, PF, leave days and related accounting/reconciliations
Perform staff related balance sheet reconciliations and perform of staff debtors
Intercompany and partners accounting, analysis and reconciliations.
Responsible for Intercompany Cashflow processing
Balance Sheet reconciliations-Intercompany Related
Preparation of Cash flow statement
Reconciliation of cashflow to financials.
Perform transaction and payments analysis/Reconciliations
Rent Prepayments and amortisation analysis and accounting
Balance Sheet reconciliations-Rent prepayments and amortisation Related
Prepare ageing analysis and lease commitments for auditors
Support analysis indicating the basis for opex accrual
Balance Sheet reconciliations-Lease payments and commitments
Coordinate and document Interconnect related activities (Meetings, Invoicing, Collections Support, Receivable Aging, Settlement Sheet) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
Dashboard preparation
Provision/Adjustment & VAT/CST
Booking of payments and receipts

Context :

Dynamic and highly competitive telecommunication & ICT industry
Highly regulated environment
Performance driven environment
Diverse cultural environment
Group best practices & standards alignment
Regionalization structure implication
Opco Specific restrictions on local content

Foundational Skills Proficiency Required:

Strategic Planning & Thinking

Considers customer needs and trends in the development of strategic plans
Implements strategic objectives
Understands the strategic direction of the organization and highlight areas of potential value or risk

Critical Thinking

May produce useful ideas or explanations for circumstances but lack in identifying or including cause and effect
Undertakes a complex task by breaking it down into manageable parts in a systemic, detailed way

Analytical Thinking

Analyse the data to detect trends and issues in the data and information in a logical and factual manner.
Makes logical deductions from data sets
Identifies a solution for resolving the underlying problem

Decision Making based on Decision Modelling

Identifies the core issue in problem solving, considers possible solutions and seeks direction and advice as appropriate
Seeks to problem solve effectively by correctly analyzing the issues, seeking expert advice as required and consulting and collaborating with others as appropriate

Integrated Analytics

Demonstrates an ability to take a comprehensive approach to insights development, through demonstrating integrated thinking
Works with cross functional teams across the business to ensure that the organization is gathering good quality behavioural information and technical data;
Leads the Divisional insights strategy for the Division and makes a significant contribution to Divisional reporting

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

A Degree in Accounting or Business
Part Qualified Accountant – ACCA/CA is a plus

Experience

3 years relevant experience in a similar role

Knowledge/ Professional competencies:

Fixed Assets Accounting
Strong understanding of Telecom Assets Management
Good Reporting & presentation skills
Analytical skills

Skills / physical competencies:

Ability to manage self and be a team player, good conflict management, ability to take and manage accountability
Energy & Drive – Innovative, Takes initiative, result oriented and develops self consistently
Interpersonal Skills – Leadership, customer centricity, collaborative and coaches & develops direct reports
Personal Skills – Trustworthy, integrity and ethical in dealings
Operating Skills – Ability to focus on priorities and plans, shares knowledge effectively

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