Accountant – Accounts Receivables MTN Uganda

Mission/ Core purpose of the Job
Timely and accurately record the company’s debtors while ensure debt collection is as per management guidelines

Main Job Functions:
• Ensure all invoices are properly accounted (accounting combinations) for in each month
• Ensure all AR sub module receivables are balancing to the respective GL accounts at the end of each month
Perform ARCS reconciliations at month end for allocated accounts receivable related GL accounts.
• Ensure that the AR receipts are allocated to the correct invoices to achieve correct aging reports.
• Ensure any unallocated/unidentified receipts are correctly allocated i.e. preferably within the same accounting period
• Support the internal and external audit process as and when required in the area of accounts receivables
Ensure debtor days are kept within limits set by management by actively driving debt collection
• Any other duty as may be required that is in line with the nature of job and level of responsibility
• Ensure intercompany reporting is done i.e. invoicing is done by 25th of each month and hyperion load is completed by 3rd of every month
Coordinate the netting process for intercompany balances with Telco
• Ensure monthly revaluations for balances are performed
• Ensure that all invoices, account statements and other correspondences are promptly delivered to customers

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)
Education:
• Bachelors majoring in Accounting or its equivalent
• Partial qualification in ACCA/CPA

Experience:
• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience (experience in the telecommunications industry is an added advantage)

Training:
• Knowledge of operational systems
• Analytical skills
• Proficiency in Ms Excel, Ms Word

Knowledge:
• Oracle system use
• Basic understanding of the end-to-end billing process
• Advanced Microsoft excel application

Behavioral Competencies:
• Attention to detail
• Self-drive
• Integrity
• Team player
• Advanced Microsoft excel application

MTN Mobile Money Uganda Limited has the obligation to safeguard its employees through providing a working environment that is safe and without risk to the health of its employees. MTN has a Vaccination policy for all its employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 in order to work from its offices and premises.