Job Description

Ready to Level Up Your Finance Career? Join a Fast-Paced Telecom Leader in the North of Johannesburg!
Are you a numbers-driven professional with a flair for leadership and a passion for tech? A dynamic telecommunications company based in the north of Johannesburg is on the lookout for an Assistant Financial Manager to join their growing finance team. If you're experienced in the telecoms or technology space and thrive in a high-performance environment, this opportunity could be your next big move!
Why You'll Love This Role:
As the Assistant Financial Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and ensuring compliance in a fast-evolving, tech-focused industry. Working closely with the Head of Finance, you'll be at the heart of financial reporting, budgeting, and decision-making, helping drive growth and operational excellence.
The Assistant Financial Manager is a key member of the finance team and plays a critical role in overseeing the financial health, and financial compliance within the telecommunications industry. They work closely with the Head of Finance to ensure accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with financial regulations. The successful candidate will provide strong leadership, vision, and guidance to the finance team, driving financial growth and operational efficiencies.
Skills, Educational Requirements and Personal Attributes

• A degree in Accounting
• Completed articles is highly advantageous
• 5+ years of experience in a finance role, preferably within the telecommunications or technology industry
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations including telecommunications regulatory frameworks
• Proficient in financial software and ERP systems, with key attention to detail and accuracy and excellent teamwork abilities
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders

Roles and Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with the preparation of the annual financial statements in compliance with industry standards.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and variances.
• Assist Head of Finance with preparing financial results and recommendations for presentation to the executive team and board, articulating financial performance and key metrics in an understandable format

Operational Financial Management

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconcile financial records and bank statements
• Ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections
• Maintain the control environment and sure policies, procedures and compliance are maximized

Regulatory Compliance and Governance

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards specific to the telecommunications industry, including IFRS, and other regulatory frameworks
• Assist in external audits by providing necessary documents and explanations
• Manage tax compliance, policies, and procedures

Cost Control and Expense Management

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
• Help in expense tracking and ensuring budget adherence

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement
• Act as the primary point of contact for financial matters with internal and external stakeholders. Serve as a key liaison for financial matters, alongside the Head of Finance, in interactions with both internal and external stakeholders