Specialist FRC
Specialist FRC
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Job Description
This role involves working as part of a closeknit financial reporting team responsible for the preparation and delivery of the Groups full year and interim financial reporting as well as supporting the monthly quarterly and yearend close for the Operating markets. The individual will be involved in drafting financial disclosures journal postings analytical reviews of market operating results and performing financial controls (SOX). There are also a range of adhoc projects that involve Group Finance throughout the year (for example M&A and Debt offerings) and which team members get the opportunity to be involved in.
The role will be supported by shared service centre resources and report into an Associate Director. They will independently manage a range of tasks as well as working with regularly other group functions and local finance teams. We are looking for a proactive individual with an agile mind and a focus on process improvement that wants to learn about the endtoend reporting process of a listed Group and build a wide base to their finance experience.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Associate Director in the following areas:
Financial Close & Reporting:
- Collaborating with other departments to prepare for Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A and Earning Release (ER) for both fullyear and quarterly reporting.
- Internal & External Comments: Oversee responses to comments and feedback from both internal and external parties related to these reports.
- Point of contact for Toppan Merril (Bridge) and ensuring that key documents like the 20F and 6K are accurately reflected in the Bridge platform.
Support for Audits:
Providing necessary documentation and support to our auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. Addressing any auditrelated queries and following up as required.
Operating Markets:
Oversee the monthly quarterly and yearend financial close processes for smaller operating markets ensuring timely and accurate reporting in line with company policies and deadlines.
SOX Controls & Compliance:
Ensure the completion of SarbanesOxley (SOX) controls for smaller operating entities identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with IHS policies and regulatory requirements.
Other responsibilities: Collaboration & Adhoc Projects:
Work closely with the FR&C team and Senior Leadership on key group reporting activities and support on adhoc projects including M&A and other special initiative.
Qualifications :
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- University Graduate
- Chartered Accountant from a recognized body (ACA and ACCA preferred)
Experience:
- The ideal candidate will be Big 4 trained.
- Newly qualified with audit and accounts preparation/review experience. Eligible candidates should have a handson approach and larger client exposure. Listed company experience preferred.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Experience is using Toppan Merrill reporting tool is an advantage.
- Experience in using and obtaining reporting from global ERPs with D365 an advantage.
- Experience in using OneStream or other consolidation and reporting tool (e.g. HFM) is an advantage.
- Good knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office especially Excel and Word.
- High levels of analytical skills; likes problem solving.
- High attention to detail but where necessary can apply a pragmatic solution.
- Strong oral and written communication skills including being able to use plain English when explaining verbally and in writing.
- Ability to create productive relationships across the Group and to influence other senior professionals.
- A willingness to work as part of a close team and as a selfdirected proactive individual within that team working to high standards without close supervision but ensuring progress is reported.
- High degree of personal integrity; takes pride in their work.
- Positive attitude when dealing with challenges and obstacles; stamina in completing tasks and keeping to deadlines.
- Sensitivity to differences in language and culture experience of African and/or emerging markets an advantage. Portuguese and French are an advantage but not required.
- Confidence and willingness to travel if needed.
- Good IFRS GAAP technical skills gained with large and/or listed clients/employer.
- Understanding of application of internal controls (SOX and similar).
Additional Information :
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM
- Engaging in meaningful work with immediate impact
- Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals
- Be part of a collaborative and innovative team
THE WAY WE WORK
- We are customer focused understanding that we continuously must surpass our customers expectations.
- We are innovative constantly seeking new and improved ways to deliver our products and services.
- We act with integrity being open and honest in everything we do.
- We are bold and courageous in expanding existing markets and developing new ones.
IHS is committed to improving the quality and availability of telecommunications infrastructure the lifeline for an increasingly connected world. We are dedicated to helping create a sustainable future for the communities in which we operate and our sustainable strategy is structured around four pillars: ethics and governance environment and climate change education and economic growth and our people and communities.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
