{"id":16013,"date":"2013-12-06T04:00:31","date_gmt":"2013-12-06T02:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/?p=16013"},"modified":"2013-12-06T04:00:31","modified_gmt":"2013-12-06T02:00:31","slug":"mtn-recruits-accountant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/mtn-recruits-accountant.html","title":{"rendered":"MTN Recruits Accountant"},"content":{"rendered":"

Job mission<\/strong>
\nTo attend to the day to day financial recording for SA head office companies and to maintain appropriate financial reporting systems. To implement and maintain appropriate financial reporting systems and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial results.
\nKPA duties<\/strong><\/p>\n

Operational Processes
\n\u2022Input into identifying ways to fine tune procedures and their application
\n\u2022Work with existing processes and procedures in such a way that operational efficiencies and performance are enhanced
\n\u2022Work consistently according to standard procedures
\n\u2022Share experiences and knowledge of relevant work matters
\n\u2022Gather information and research to ensure delivery of results
\n\u2022Overcome obstacles encountered by using previously learned methods of solution
\n\u2022Report and escalate \u201cproblems\u201d through to authority for advice or assistance timely
\n\u2022Ensure that time, skills, equipment and materials are neither wasted nor misused
\n\u2022Support the work performed by others
\n\u2022Prioritise work to ensure deadlines are met
\n\u2022To perform related Ad-hoc tasks
\n\u2022Follow clear and linear procedures to find practical solutions to problems pertaining to the general ledger function
\n\u2022Reach solutions based on own technical expertise and experience
\n\u2022Base judgement predominantly on knowledge, skills and experience to solve problems<\/p>\n

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Process and Procedure Effectiveness
\n\u2022Improve methods of carrying out work through on-the-job concrete experience
\n\u2022Ensure that workflow continues without interruption
\n\u2022Resolve all queries timeously<\/p>\n

Preparation of monthly financial accounts for all Head Office companies and supporting schedules in line with Group deadlines
\n\u2022Ensure that accurate monthly results are loaded in Hyperion, no validations
\n\u2022Ensure compliance with IFRS
\n\u2022Balance off all intercompany accounts on a monthly basis (ensure no intercompany validations in Hyperion)
\n\u2022Load, match and post transactions in Hyperion, including non-cash transactions for Cash Flow Statements.
\n\u2022Resolve all intercompany queries by liaising with the Intercompany Accountant.
\n\u2022Prepare and load monthly cash flows for all Head Office companies
\n\u2022Review and ensure the accuracy of sub-ledger reconciliations performed by the Accounts Payables team.
\n\u2022Prepare all General Ledger reconciliations including all third party loans reconciliations.
\n\u2022Ensure that accruals are complete and accounted for monthly. Review and sign off Accruals before uploading into Oracle.
\n\u2022Management fees \u2013 calculate management fees per the Management and Service Fees contracts, for invoicing by the Intercompany accountant
\n\u2022Verify the accuracy of Management fees Received from operations before invoicing by the Intercompany Accountant\u2022 Perform monthly Forex Proof for MTN Mauritius
\n\u2022Maintain the fixed assets registers for all Head Office Companies \u2013 (if applicable)
\n\u2022Assist in the overall financial management of Head office companies, on-charging of inter-company charges as well as ensuring the balancing of inter-company accounts and charges. Monitor the payments of inter-company accounts on a monthly basis.
\n\u2022Assist in the preparation of PAYE returns and timeous payments to SARS \u2013 (if applicable)
\n\u2022Assist in preparation of income tax returns required by South African Revenue Services.
\n\u2022Ensure that all financial records and documents are properly filed in respect of Head Office Companies.
\n\u2022Assist with timeous resolution of accounting queries with bankers and other operating companies
\n\u2022Ensure that invoicing to operating companies and related parties is done regularly and in time (if applicable)
\n\u2022Monthly confirmation of loan account balances with related parties.<\/p>\n

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Oracle
\n\u2022Open and close combinations, accounts, Periods etc
\n\u2022Process and post all journal entries in the General Ledger for all Head Office companies
\n\u2022Review of all Head Office companies monthly Trial Balances to ensure accuracy<\/p>\n

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Tax Support\/Assistance
\n\u2022Provide supporting schedules for annual and provisional tax returns and monthly tax computations
\n\u2022Provide supporting schedules required for completion of VAT returns
\n\u2022Provide information to group tax to resolve any tax queries with SARS<\/p>\n

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Budgets and Forecasts Reporting
\n\u2022Prepare and load budgets and forecasts for all Head Office companies in Hyperion and Oracle.<\/p>\n

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Cost centre reporting and analysis
\n\u2022Prepare cost centre operating expenses reports and send to the relevant cost centre owners. Liaise with Management Accountants.
\n\u2022Resolve all operating expenses allocation queries
\n\u2022Authorise all re-allocations in consultation with budget holders<\/p>\n

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Year End and Interim Reporting
\n\u2022Responsible for all Head Office companies interim and year-end audit
\n\u2022Prepare audit files together with all supporting schedules for auditors to ensure audit completion within Group deadlines.
\n\u2022Prepare Annual Financial Statements for all Head Office companies within set deadlinesGeneral
\n\u2022Assistance to other internal departments on various projects and transactions.
\n\u2022Accounting assistance to Group Finance and Company Secretarial.<\/p>\n

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Reporting
\n\u2022Draw information from the system when required
\n\u2022Compile monthly stats for submission to management<\/p>\n

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Administration
\n\u2022Handle audit queries and provide information to Auditors as required
\n\u2022General Housekeeping within general ledger
\n\u2022Filing of all relevant documentation<\/p>\n

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Quality Management
\n\u2022Ensure compliance to Group Finance PPP\u2019s to alleviate risk
\n\u2022Work consistently according to standards of accuracy, deadlines and processes
\n\u2022Identify processes and procedures where the quality of work may be improved
\n\u2022Ensure quality standards are implemented correctly.
\n\u2022Report non-compliance
\n\u2022Seek feedback from stakeholders and continuously seek ways of improving on quality standards<\/p>\n

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Educational requirements
\n\u2022Matric
\n\u2022BCom \/ CIMA with significant job experience – minimum of 5 years – (perhaps having served articles but not passed the Board exam)<\/p>\n

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Experience required
\n\u2022Minimum of 5 years\u2019 experience with accounting for head office companies or accounting at operations level.
\n\u2022Corporate head office environment experience. However, experience in operations environment would be an advantage.
\n\u2022Accounting for foreign currency transactions
\n\u2022Proficient with application of IFRS, taxation, and other requirements.<\/p>\n

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Skills required
\n\u2022High tolerance towards uncertainty and ambiguity
\n\u2022Cultural sensitivity
\n\u2022Analytical skills
\n\u2022Computer proficiency, particularly Oracle accounting software as well as the use of MS Office
\n\u2022Communication and interactive skills
\n\u2022Project management skills
\n\u2022Hyperion experience would offer a distinct advantage.<\/p>\n

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Other information<\/p>\n

Reference No: IRC126606
\nPosition Type: Permanent
\nAffirmative Action: Open to All<\/p>\n

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Additional: Knowledge:<\/p>\n

\u2022Detailed technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and application in a Group environment
\n\u2022An understanding of South African taxation incl. PAYE, VAT, Corporate Tax – International taxation knowledge an advantage
\n\u2022Telecomms markets understanding and knowledge (preferable)
\n\u2022Good understanding of departmental administration
\n\u2022Sound knowledge of MTN accounting principles and processes
\n\u2022Oracle System.Behavioural qualities:
\n\u2022Dedication to getting the job done
\n\u2022Service orientated
\n\u2022High level of integrity
\n\u2022High tolerance to diverse cultures and changing situations
\n\u2022Output and achieving successes orientated
\n\u2022Ability to perform well under pressure in order to meet frequent and challenging deadlines<\/p>\n

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General Working Condition:
\n\u2022Extended working hours when required (Unpaid)
\n\u2022Independent transport facility (Own vehicle and valid drivers\u2019 licence)<\/p>\n

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Click here to apply online<\/a><\/p>\n

Applications close 11 Dec 2013.<\/p>\n

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