Manager - Payables Finance at MTN

Key Deliverables

Strategic Implementation 

Contribute to the development and implementation of the functional strategy for the Finance Operations department
Develop goals, tactical strategies, and plans needed to achieve the Finance Operations department’s vision, and build the capabilities to enable optimal delivery with input from relevant stakeholders.
Align operational planning against the strategic intent of the division with agreed business outcomes.
Recommend strategic business opportunities to deliver medium to long-term benefit and growth to the Finance department and add value to its customers.
Accounts Payable (Leases, Utilities, Opex and Capex)

Ensure the most efficient process is adopted for automated invoice processing, and payments runs are managed in a way that optimises the working capital profile of MTN SA
Ensure that all procure to pay operational processes, procedures and policies are in place, updated and adhered to
Ensure that staff do accurate and timely payments (rule based) to suppliers
Support the negotiation with vendors to receive better terms and discounts to increase company profit and avoid unnecessary finance charges
Automate any manual accounting and financial reporting or analysis with accounting software
Assure the review of automated recons to ensure that invoices are properly recorded and matched
Compile, analyse, and report financial information to management and government agencies
Ensure automated aged creditor reports (with real time visibility) are regularly reviewed and areas of risk are identified and communicated to financial control teams with actions agreed for resolution
Support the maintenance of dashboards and reports using Power BI and Tableau that demonstrates key metrics against Payment Term Adherence initiatives
Responsible for data aggregation, manipulation, and reporting
Oversee system driven issue management & resolution processes, invoice quality and payment administration
In-depth understanding of P2P Tech functionality, best practices, and trends in the area of Procure to Pay
Propose and lead initiatives to drive improved metric performance and the automation of systems and processes within Procure to Pay
Design, create and maintain relevant documentation to support the procure to pay processes including training material
Responsible for Data quality control and management/validation, analyze various forms of data (e.g., raw data, base data, and metrics), provide reports and interpret results
Responsible for submitting AP funding requests (forecasts) to Treasury and confirming actuals   
Perform month-end close procedures (Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Working Capital Commentary, Month-End Results Commentary)
 

Accounts Receivables (BTS and BRC Revenue Leases)

Lease and Revenue Recovery Management

Understand leases and associated charges.
Drive loading of Revenue Leases and invoice processing.
Review revenue recovery reconciliations (revenue recoveries/revenue share).
Collaborate with AP Team on creditors' amounts due related to revenue recoveries and revenue share.
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
Perform month-end variance analysis on BRC accounts.
Issue Statements/Invoices to Lease Customers for revenue recoveries/revenue share.
 

Customer Interaction

Follow up on outstanding payments with customers (recoveries).
Liaise with business units on changes in Revenue Leases.
Ensure completeness and accuracy of leased items invoiced to Lease Customers.
Collaborate with the Real Estate Team regarding revenue recoveries on sub-leases.
Review interconnect set-off reconciliations.
Ensure timely submission of interconnect charges to and from MTNSA.
Coordinate with the revenue team on interconnect charges to be set off.
Address queries related to revenue recoveries, revenue share, and net interconnect charges.
 

Governance and Risk Management

Strictly follow and ensure team compliance of relevant policies and procedures.
Ensure effective Service Level Agreements strategies are in place to support the business.
Implement proper controls and processes to minimise revenue leakage.
Ensure proper controls are in place to manage financial and operational risks across the business. 
Act in accordance with the Delegation of Authority.
 

Financial Management

• Contribute to the compilation and management of OPEX budgets related to relevant functional activities.
• Assist in the forecasting, planning, and development of the department’s budget and business plans.
• Identify cost efficiencies and best practice related to functional activities.
• Manage expenditure in line with agreed budget. 
• Continuously strive to identify and eliminate non-contributory expenditure.

Customer Satisfaction

• Ensure service delivery in line with needs of the business
• Put contingency plans in place to prevent delays and enhance the customer experience 
• Identify trends and patterns pertaining to customer requests and ensure continuous improvement as an important element of service delivery

People Leadership and Organisational Capability Building

• Apply best team management practices throughout assigned projects and as required.
• Guide and enable the upskilling of the team throughout assigned projects.
• Act as an ambassador and role model for Finance by living the brand values and vital behaviours.
• Ensure a culture of continuous evaluation and improvement.
• Drive a culture of high performance, accountability, and consequence management

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 

• Minimum of 3-year financial degree
• Fluent in English
• Relevant certification / accreditation / membership with professional body as required for role     

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial planning and reporting gathered from medium to large organization 
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar position, in dynamic and fast-moving industries. Telecoms experience an advantage
• Lease and utility expense management (advantageous)
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Financial systems skills – Oracle, Hyperion, ERP, etc (advantageous)
• Presentation and interpersonal skills