Job Vacancy: Manager – Finance.FibreCo, MTN Cameroon – Mobile Telecommunication Networks:

OB DESCRIPTION
THIS JOB IS BASED IN CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC NOT CAMEROON

Mission/ Core purpose of the Job

The Manager Finance acts as a financial advisor and strategic finance business partner, providing financial support to the CEO & senior management while overseeing the financial operations of the company and making decisions to improve the overall financial health of the company.

The role ensures the financial profitability and viability of the organization through appropriate administration of the business, effective working capital management, and proactively managing the financial performance of the company.

The role details working under the guidance of CFO: Bayobab, and works in collaboration with the Bayobab Finance team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA’s)

Key Deliverables

The Manager Finance will be accountable to achieve the following objectives:

Strategy Development and Implementation

Cascade the Group strategy to create functional strategy aligned with the overarching business goals, under oversight of the CEO
Ensure effective implementation of the functional strategy by means of providing direction, structure, frameworks, models, plans and roadmaps
Oversee regular review of the functional strategy and roadmap, under oversight of the CEO, to ensure its alignment with the changing dynamics of the internal and external ecosystem
Staff Leadership and Management

Source, induct and manage talent in accordance with legislative guidelines
Continually develop a culture of strong collaboration and effective team working
Ensure open communication channels with staff and implement change management interventions where necessary
Provide definition of roles , responsibilities, individual goals and performance objectives for the team
Set KPIs and provide regular performance feedback through a well-defined and implemented performance review program
Develop and implement a training plan in order to build and develop skills within the team
Performance manage resources in accordance with HR policy and legislation where necessary
Actively participate in leadership team and develop skills of own team
Promote a ‘partnership approach’ to develop strong relationships with other working groups and ensure adherence to Group governance
Governance

Strategic Meetings

Participate and provide input in strategic meetings
Provide inputs & drive OpCo wide transformation initiatives, elicit inputs from relevant parties
Provide inputs to and ensure adequate risk mitigation and controls in the function
Perform evaluation baseline of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and KPIs
Drive preparation of proposals/business case on change initiatives SLA, policies and procedures
Escalations
Escalate issues that will result in severe time, scope, productivity, and cost or resource impact to CEO / Group team
Manage and provide solutions to escalations that have multiple processes / functions impact on critical path of service delivery
Function Tactical

Review and finalize objectives, targets and budgets for the function, under oversight of CEO
Review key risks, issues and dependencies and set mitigation actions, seeking guidance from the CEO as and when required
Sign-off / make decisions regarding tactical changes and where required seek sign-off from Management
Performance
Monitor performance and alignment with overall OpCo strategy
SLA approval and exception performance review
Budgets

Manage function’s budgets in line with business objectives, under oversight of CEO
Ensure that the cost of operations are managed, in line with a least cost operating strategy stemming from the business drivers, under oversight of the CEO
Operational Delivery

Functional Leadership:

As the functional leader of the Finance vertical, the role is accountable to:

Monitor and align the direction, strategy and results of the Finance vertical, collectively and as individual work areas in the OpCo, ensuring that the Group guidelines are duly complied with
Lead and deploy an integrated solution development and problem-solving philosophy across the function
Serve on the executive committee to align Finance goals to other departmental and organizational objectives

Delivery Leadership:

As the delivery leader of the Finance vertical, the role is accountable for the following work area outcomes:

Advise and provide support for the resolution of issues in forums such as Board meetings, Operational Review, etc
Representation and management of specific Opco related committees – Risk & Audit Committee, Capex committee
Implementation and oversee execution of policies, procedures and guidelines set forth by group Finance team and ensure the team complies with the same
Implement governance to manage the consolidated OpCo Finance, budgets and financials, with guidance from OpCo CEO/MD
Manage finance operations and activities including accounts payable, accounts receivables, budgeting and control, financial planning
Deliver results under the guidance of the GlobalConnect CFO, abiding by all the set directives and regularly reporting compliance
Manage cash flow of the company ensuring generation of sufficient funds for day to day operations and CAPEX spend; monitor actual spending and ensure financial compliance with all business transactions
Monitor maintenance of integrity of the financial data, financial processes, procedures and financial controls in line with established accounting processes, regulations governing the business and internal control policies
Implement the Forecasting, budgeting and financial planning process for the OpCo to ensure all budgets adequately reflect periodic resource requirements and revenue estimates for the business, communicate the same to the Group
Responsible for the review, approval and/or update of business plans, budgets and forecasts of the function
Ensure accuracy of financial data in GL accounts by implementing appropriate accounting principles and standards for all transactions
Ensure timely and regular reporting of the company’s financial performance and cash flow statement
Implement tax risk management plans and review all calculations and submissions in line with Group guidance
Oversee accounts receivable reconciliation and differed revenue reconciliation activities ensuring accurate reporting of month-end account reconciliations (including cash, accrual and prepaid accounts)
Oversee preparation of transfer pricing documents for all intra-group transactions and receive sign-off from group team
Handle all transfer pricing controversies and disputes, resolving /escalating issues, as required.
Oversee local procurement activities and resolve issues, if any. In case of business-critical challenges, escalate to Group Finance team
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

Accountable for the morale, performance, and development of the function’s human capital
Align function’s values ​​with the company’s brand values
​​Coach and mentor direct reports
Ensure assigned team is led, motivated, and rewarded to achieve KPA’s
Ensure that coaching / mentoring programs and personal development plans are in place for all staff members
Ensure effective management of diversity among personnel in the function
Identify staff training and development needs and implement necessary actions
Motivate and manage individuals to perform at the highest level, especially in terms of delivery and meeting target deadlines
Possess the authority, presence, and integrity to command respect from colleagues and from external contacts
Provide career development for direct reports (counselling, coaching, identifying key performance areas, career planning, and goal setting)

QUALIFICATIONS
Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)

Education:

Minimum CPA / CIMA /ACCA
Minimum 4-year degree in Finance or Business
Master’s degree in Finance is preferred
Experience:

Minimum of 5+ years of post-qualification experience in accounting and finance operations with at least 3 to 4 years in a managerial role
Successful track record as a senior management professional in delivering exceptional financial performance for the company
Experience in wholesale/infrastructure/B2B Telecommunications sector/ industry will be advantageous
Experience working in a global/multinational enterprise with a good understanding emerging market

Functional Knowledge:

Financial Planning and Forecasting
Financial Budgeting and Reporting
Corporate Performance Management
Accounting Standards and Procedures
Credit Management
Working Capital Management
Treasury & Cash Management
Financial Controls & Risk Management
Tax Accounting & Optimization
Business case evaluation
Capex valuations
Skills

Strategic thinking
Financial Acumen
Business Acumen
Analytical thinking
Conflict management
Data interpretation
Decision making
Delivery focused
Leadership
Negotiations
Innovation
Presentation

All applications must be submitted ONLINE at: https://ehle.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions?location=Cameroon&locationId=300000000273784&locationLevel=country