Accountant

Objectives: Responsible for managing full financial function within African territories including staff management Role of position Financial accounting & management reports  Accounting function from general ledger up to trial balance including but not limited to data capturing  Timely delivery & accurate reporting in prescribed format / standard  Accounting records supported by valid supporting documentation (also ensure safe custody of all financial documents)  Presentation of financial data & meetings  Staff Management & Training  Delegation of tasks to staff  Training of staff  Overseeing and managing the capturing of data and other duties of financial staff Financial Management  Preparation of cash flow calculations  Ensure adherence to internal controls and make recommendations on areas of potential improvement  System implementation and change management, with specific focus on:  FIS implementation  Netsuite enhancements & implementation  Revenue share accrual implementation on Netsuite  Assist the Finance Manager with budget compilation  Contract review & management if and when required Corporate Governance & Compliance  Tax compliance  Company Statutory Audits Minimum Qualifications: Accounting qualification (BCom Degree) Minimum Experience: 2 years working experience Knowledge and Skills Knowledge o Knowledge of VAS or GSM Telecommunications environment Skills o Highly computer literate o Analytical skills and attention to detail o Ability to cope well with competing demands and to prioritise tasks and able to juggle the demands of multiple projects simultaneously o Strong communication skills o Excellent relationship management skills o Able to build quick relationships and work with various internal and external stakeholders at different levels of seniority o Good interpersonal skills o High degree of focus and follow up o Get the work done in a much organised manner with a sense of urgency o Show strong attention to detail, able to check/critique/review own work o Self-managed o Displays high levels of energy and commitment o Ability to solve difficult and complex accounting and related financial problems o Ability to meet tight deadlines

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