Manager - General Ledger and Reporting.Finance

We at MTN Cameroon are a purpose and value-led organization.

At MTN Cameroon we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, every day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood, and empowered to live an inspired life. Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be. It is in our DNA.

As an organisation, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us!

Our commitments go beyond an organisational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers, and stakeholders with a vision to realise our shared goals. 

Our values dubbed, LIVE Y’ello, are the cornerstone of our culture.

Lead with Care

Can-do with Integrity

Collaborate with Agility

Serve with Respect

Act with Inclusion

• Data Validation & Data Integration
• Data Quality Assurance, Governance & Security
• Data Analysis, Visualization & Trend Analysis
• Transaction Processing for MTNC 
• Perform Period End Activities (covering all period end activities across all accounts and business units) IFRS Accounting and Reporting (Primary Ledger) 
• Perform Period End Activities (covering all period end activities across all accounts and business units) OHADA Accounting and Reporting (Secondary Ledger) for MTNCRisk & Compliance: Manage Statutory and External Audits and Internal Audits for Both IFRS and OHADATechnical Accounting support for Both IFRS and OHADA
• Management
• Exceptions Handling and Reporting

Education:

• Minimum of 3 years university degree in Commerce/Finance or relevant field 
• Post graduate degree in Finance / Business Management/CPA/Chartered Accountant and / or similar professional accreditation
• Fluent in English and language of country preferable 

Certifications (in either one or more of the following):

• IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in financial reporting and financial period close with experience in supervising/managing others;
• Minimum 5 years relevant managerial experience in Finance 
• Experience working in a medium to large organization. Proven Experience in the service management of business operations, change / transformation (Corporate Performance Management) advantageous
• Deep knowledge and understanding of continuous improvement through the implementation of best practices (Corporate Performance Management)
• Experience working in a global/multinational enterprise (understanding emerging markets advantageous). 
• Strong understanding and knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Advanced proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle), data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and MS Office (Word, Excel-advanced, and Outlook)
• FMCG/ Telecommunications/ Retail Banking/ service industry context 
• Pan Africa multi-cultural experience will be preferable
• Worked across diverse cultures and geographies

Functional Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) 
• Knowledge of Local Accounting Standards (OHADA)
• Knowledge of local Tax and finance laws
• Knowledge of Payroll 
• Working knowledge of ERP (Oracle preferred) Telecommunications industry experience preferred
• Experience in a similar leadership role with a large, global, multi-site organization
• Experience in the design / development of overall strategies and programs with a keen disciplined focus on execution

Skills

• Business Acumen 
• Data Modeling
• Model Optimization
• Database Management
• Database Management
• Data Analysis
• Data Quality Assurance
• Data Visualization & Dashboarding
• Data Governance
• Analytics and Interpretation
• Strategic Thinking 
• Organizational Agility 
• Digital mind-set
• Dealing with ambiguity and complexity
• Decision Making
• Conflict Management
• Negotiation 
• Financial and Numerical 
• Project Management
• People Management
• Executive Presentation 

Behavioural Qualities

• Customer-centric 
• Resilient 
• Accountable 
• Relationship Builder
• Inspirational People Leader 
• Culture & Change Champion
• Adaptable
• Complete candour
• Culturally aware
• Emotional maturity
• Innovation
• Integrity
• Leadership
• Empathy and Active Listening

MTN Group Limited is a South African multinational mobile telecommunications company, operating in many African, European and Asian countries. Its head office is in Johannesburg. MTN recorded 232.6 million subscribers, making it the eighth largest mobile network operator in the world, and the largest in Africa. 
With more than 17510 professionals, working in over 20 countries around the world.
MTN recruiters are always searching for brilliant candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit, looking for a work culture where innovation is the goal, hard work is expected, and creativity is rewarded. MTN employees enjoy competitive salaries, excellent health benefits, and a network of like-minded co-workers that drive innovation across the entire telecommunication industry.