Mgr Finance

American Tower · Nairobi

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Advisor to the DBF on GAAP matters.
Lead Finance and General Ledger team to conduct monthly, quarterly and year-end closing, and ensure the accuracy and efficiency of both US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Coordinate monthly closing and reporting processes efficiently with all sub-ledger function team.
Production and analysis of the monthly/quarterly financial reports.
Prepare the accounting close for the Company, which includes review and posting of general journal entries and preparation of account and balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis.
Effective management of costs and budget.
Assist in the annual budgeting process for corporate operating unit and assist in quarterly reviews. Review budget/forecast analysis and trend.
Preparation of the annual audit with the external auditors and provide all necessary supports in form of schedules and documentation as may be required by them from time to time.
Leadership of the design and adoption of accounting policies, procedures, and controls.
Coordinate the local Sox and FCPA audit and ensure all supporting documentations are provided to the Company’s internal auditors; Maintain internal control documentation and checklists to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley Act.
Work with key stakeholders and departments (e.g. Legal, Power, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales and Marketing) to identify and research complex accounting issues; present conclusion arrived in US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) both in writing and verbally to internal and external audiences.
Exhibit broad business experience with an emphasis on understanding US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or real estate finance, specifically straight-line (normalized rent) accounting methods.
Build and manage accurate financial models including evaluation of returns on proposed business with new customers or upgrade to existing customer’s business and report to management on the viability or otherwise of the business proposal; ensure executive-level presentations and databases using MS Excel, PowerPoint, ERP Systems (specifically Oracle R12, and TM1).
Prepare the Company’s annual financial statements applying the provisions of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs).
Remain current regarding all accounting developments relevant to the Company's financial reporting and managing the implementation of any new pronouncements. Support (as required) the Company with accounting policy analysis and advice.
Review the Companies Income Tax and Deferred Taxation estimate prepared by the Tax Manager before posting into the accounting system.
Assess the Company’s asset impairment at least on an annual basis and advise the financial controller including the senior management team on necessary steps based on result.
Review Company’s liquidity position and advise management on the usage of Free Cash at her disposal i.e. Short-Term Deposit with commercial banks with reasonable interest rate.
Understand, manage, and supervise all aspects of cash flow, review forecasted weekly/monthly cash requirements and execute management financing decisions.
Evaluate, develop and implement cash management systems to optimize efficiencies. Evaluate alternative long-term borrowing strategies and make recommendations to Financial Controller including Senior Management Team.
Manage relationships with financial service providers (i.e. banks), review all bank service fees (including monthly bank charges, Letter of Credit Commission, interest income, Withholding Tax credit notes etc.) and ensure variances from expectation are addressed by the bank.
Support building strong controllership processes/ strengthening internal controls. Identify gaps in various processes (Account Payable, Account Receivables, Capital Expenditure, Supply Chain, Property/Lease, Asset Management etc.).
Supervise and manage the performance of Fixed Asset Accountant and Financial Analyst.
Review the fixed asset functions to ensure all assets capitalization are done in line with the provision of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS); correct recording of newly-acquired assets (tangible and intangible); ensure the various reasonableness test required to test accuracy of tangible and intangible assets are done on regular basis;
Review reconciliation of the balance in the fixed asset register to the summary-level account in the general ledger.
Review the bank reconciliation statements to ensure all items are captured correctly; ensure the financial analyst understand the Company’s bank reconciliation process based on the accounting package; review all journals raised to ensure correctness; check the weekly forecast for accuracy of underlying data.
Provide any other support and analysis as may be required by the corporate team.

American Tower is a global digital infrastructure company serving customers through tower sites and other real estate solutions that support connectivity and opportunity, focused on achieving our vision of Building a More Connected World. Our success is rooted in the potential of our people and the power of local teams at our offices and sites across 25 countries.

We are one of the largest global Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and a publicly traded (NYSE:AMT), Fortune 500 Company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The next decade will be an exciting time as we evolve our infrastructure to meet tomorrow’s needs and position our people to elevate their impact, their potential, and our shared success. Come grow your career with us!

For more information about how American Tower is building a more connected world, visit americantower.com.

American Tower is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, reproductive decisions, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

The Manager Financial Accounting and Reporting is responsible for ensuring accuracy and integrity of the Company’s financial records. He/She is responsible for all financial activities (complex, moderate or low) relating to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger, and the resulting managerial reports and financial statements. Responsible for all aspects of accounting in a specific area, including monthly journal entries, account reconciliations. The incumbent provides value-added analysis including financial and operational metrics that leads to improved business decision-making, and preparing periodic forecasts, the company’s annual budget and 5-year strategic plan and makes recommendations to the Director Business Finance.

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