Administrator - Accounts Payables.Group Finance

Mtn Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Administrator to navigate the complexities of a dynamic financial landscape. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely payments and effective invoice processing while upholding high standards of governance and integrity. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen and interpersonal skills, enabling them to collaborate effectively across diverse teams. Join a purpose-driven organization that values empowerment and inclusivity, and contribute to enhancing the reputation of a leading telecommunications provider. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity awaits you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Creditors, Accounts, and Finance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in cross-organizational communication.

Responsibilities

• Capture and validate invoices, resolve queries, ensure timely payments.
• Manage foreign travel claims and ensure policy adherence.

Skills

Problem-solving

Financial acumen

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Experience in Creditors and Accounts

Knowledge of General Ledger

Understanding of VAT principles

Job description

Role Overview

The Administrator : Accounts Payable is responsible for ensuring successful delivery within a changing environment characterized by diverse tax, financial, regulatory, and governance challenges.

This role involves:

1. Managing the diversifying telco-to-tech landscape.
2. Navigating local economic, regulatory, and legal challenges and evolving industry ecosystems.
3. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders with potentially competing interests.
4. Upholding high standards of governance, integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
5. Driving growth through business intelligence and standardization to maximize impact.
6. Operating across multiple geographies and cultural contexts.
7. Enhancing MTN's reputation as a secure, reliable, and safe network provider at OpCo level.
8. Supporting the MTN Board and EXCO in safeguarding assets, reputation, and sustainability.

Organizational Values and Culture

At MTN, we are a purpose and value-led organization, committed to understanding our people's needs and aspirations. We foster an environment where every member is heard, understood, and empowered. Our core values—Lead with Care, Can-do with Integrity, Collaborate with Agility, Serve with Respect, Act with Inclusion—guide our actions and decisions.

Key Responsibilities

The Administrator : Accounts Payable aims to achieve objectives in several areas:

Operational Delivery

• Payments and Invoice Processing: Capture and validate invoices, resolve queries, ensure timely payments, and manage related documentation and reconciliation.
• Travel Expense Administration: Manage foreign travel claims, ensure policy adherence, reconcile accounts, and handle audit queries.
• Effectiveness and Continuous Improvement: Optimize procedures, recommend automation, and improve operational efficiencies.
• Quality Management and Reporting: Monitor financial statements, ensure compliance, and seek continuous quality improvements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Creditors, Accounts, and Finance, with knowledge of General Ledger and Foreign Exchange.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in cross-organizational communication.
• Understanding of VAT principles related to invoices and claims.

Capabilities and Skills

• Solve problems, ensure quality, and drive results.
• Possess financial and business acumen, organizational awareness, and effective communication skills.
• Demonstrate integrity, attention to detail, and initiative.