Accounting & Financial Control Manager

The role has the flexibility to be considered to be based in South Africa or India.

Why this Job Matters?

Leader of accounting, internal controls, treasury and statutory compliance functions; ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting standards, statutory requirements and corporate polices; liaise with Corporate Auditor, External Auditor, Bankers and Tax authorities; drive business process improvement projects with Share Service Centre ; provide insight to country finance manager, FPA, Tax and regional team on financial performance, balance sheet risk, internal control weakness, statutory filing status, ad hoc project status and pending tax matters; provide advisory and support service to finance and non-finance community.

Specific Job Requirements

Manage the accounting month end closing process in a timely and good quality manner.

Provides Guidance and support for below key closing functions performed by SSC teams:

• Treasury & Leasing
• General Accounting
• Credit Management & Collections
• Internal Trading & Inventory Management
• Fixed Assets
• Accounts Payable Management
• Balance Sheet Reviews and Sign off applicable)
• Responsible for intercompany trading activities of BT EM
• Work with the FPA team in region to develop effective reporting and financial analysis in line with best practice.
• Ensure compliance of BTGS Finance Polices, IAS and respective accounting standards of local markets
• Support automation within the business, rollout and implementation of ERP system in the region.
• Initiate monthly Finance review with FPA, Tax and country finance manager to review actual results, balance sheet, Working capital and pending audit, statutory filing, internal control, indirect and direct tax matters and ad hoc projects.
• Support cash and working capital forecasting
• Provide professional financial support services to the non-Finance community on Country specific Finance and trading regulations ( CEC, Licensing, tax , other as applicable)

What I'll be doing your accountabilities?

• Implement changes to discrete Group / CFU / CU processes & policies
• Steward, lead and partner with the business, to ensure all business activities are carried out in accordance with, and in the spirit of, local legislative requirements, and enhance and protect BT for now and the future
• Execute Group / CFU / CU transformation activities to implement changes in line with the Finance Transformation strategy
• Lead preparation of key report to contribute to full Group / CFU / CU reporting
• Execute Group / CFU / CU / unit accounting and financial control activities

Capabilities Required For The Job

• Financial controls, compliance and risk - You partner with related teams to provide audit and control testing for the business. You assess results and recommend adjustments to strengthen our compliance against standards and minimise risks.
• Finance processes and systems - You anticipate and recognise obstacles in work processes between teams and make suggestions for ongoing productivity improvements. You facilitate collaboration and improvements between teams.
• Accounting principles - You apply accounting principles (and where relevant financial statements), procedures and systems in complex and unique scenarios. You demonstrate expertise in one or more functional areas and review your teams work to make sure it is complete and accurate.
• Management reporting - You develop best practices in reporting. You make sure that your inputs are consistent and streamlined so that your reports will be too. You tailor reports to appropriate audiences and ask for regular feedback to improve your reports.
• Statutory and external financial reporting - You keep your knowledge up to date on emerging trends and changes in financial reporting principles and practices. You analyse and summarise financial data into concise financial reports to comply with standards and procedures.
• Give specialised advice - You offer expert advice and recommendations in your areas of subject expertise.

Experience You Would Be Expected To Have

• Made decisions in ambiguous situations using incomplete information or differing opinions (eg divided team loyalties or unclear deliverables).
• Managed a low performing team to a successful outcome
• Undertook a teambuilding exercise and measured your team's motivation & feedback
• Managed headcount and departmental costs when cost was under pressure
• Aligned project plans and objectives with BT strategy and values
• Taught your team how to do their roles more effectively
• Actively participated in strategy setting sessions
• To suit the needs of a customer, colleague or client; moved outside of expected process or practice
• Worked with people from other business locations or functions
• Been a spokesperson for others on issues of integrity

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. Weve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1 -2 million business customers internationally.

Were a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But its not just the technology that matters, its what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if youre a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.