Consultant: Finance Business Partner

1. Mission/ Core purpose of the JobThe Consultant: Finance Business Partner will provide financial analysis, support and guidance to designated areas of the business to improve accuracy and efficacy of financial data and systems. To achieve this, the incumbent will support and monitor performance and results of the business, generate in-depth analysis, insight and challenges to support the Senior Manager. 2. Context (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organisational mission etc.)MTNs purpose is to enable the benefits of a modern connected life to everyone. The MTN Group Strategy is anchored in building the largest and most valuable platform business with a clear focus on Africa. This rests on a scale connectivity and infrastructure business – mobile and fixed access networks in the consumer, enterprise and wholesale segments. Within the changing finance, regulatory and governance environment the role must ensure successful delivery in the context of:Diversifying telco-to-techo landscapeEvolving industry ecosystemsMulti geographic landscape and cultural contextImplementing transactions which will support overall shareholder value creation and stakeholder managementAchievement of top quartile operating efficiency and effectiveness through scale and common policies and processesDriving growth through business intelligence and standardization to maximize business impactNew imperatives concerning data privacy and security and building strong digital trust partnershipsConstant dynamics and local challenges in the economic, regulatory and legal environments Mitigating risks, and safeguarding security through business intelligence to maximize business impactManagement of demanding investor, customer and supplier expectations Enhancing MTN reputational position as a leading secure, reliable and safe network and system provider at Group, Platform Business and Markets3. Values (Our Culture)We at MTN are a purpose and value-led organisation. At MTN, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, everyday. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood and empowered to live an inspired life. Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be. It is in our DNA.As an organisation, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us!Our commitments go beyond an organisational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers and stakeholders with a vision to realise our shared goals.Live Y’elloLead with CareCan-do with IntegrityCollaborate with AgilityServe with RespectAct with Inclusion4. Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)The Consultant: Finance Business Partner role is responsible to achieve the following objectives:Strategy ImplementationAssist Senior Manager in the formulation of strategy, budget and planning activities for the business unit whilst ensuring alignment with Group.Apply standard methodology and valuation techniques to determine business case and investment opportunities.Financial Analysis and Business EvaluationProvide analysis and develop insights to business unit on cost leadership initiatives including resource allocations, within the business vertical.Deliver comprehensive financial analysis, guidance, and financial support to the business.Demonstrate a proactive approach by closely monitoring business performance, conducting in-depth analyses, and providing valuable insights to inform critical decision-making processes.Monitor and analyse business risk evaluation and mitigation measures, in conjunction with the risk and compliance function.Provide financial evaluation on various proposals for investments, capex and opex items. Assess anticipated risk and returns to evaluate viability and profitability.Provide bid calculation tools and verify alignment with forecasts.Operational DeliveryAssist in developing performance measures and KPIs at various levels of the business (operations, products & markets, revenue, margins, profitability etc.).Develop new / existing product commercial and financial feasibility assessments to arrive at go-no-go decisions and investment potential.Generate ad-hoc analysis to develop revenue, margins and frame contracts.Assist in product pricing, tariffs, channel evaluations.Develop and report on actual product performance.Apply proprietary models to evaluate ATB and BTL related expenditures.Lead transformational projects for business units, specifically focusing on finance systems enhancement and evolution. Align with FP&A function on performance management methodology, process and protocols.Conduct scenario analysis and modelling to arrive at realistic and planned targets for achievement.Identify appropriate sources and channels to derive performance-related data.Continuous Improvement Drive innovation and optimization initiatives within finance systems, implementing changes that enhance data accuracy, reliability, and overall system efficacy.Analyse potential issues and risks to enable early resolution and course corrections.Performance Monitoring and ReportingMonitor and report on progress of budget, plans and forecasts for the business unit.Assist in developing performance measures and KPIs at various levels of the business (operations, products & markets, revenue, margins, profitability etc.).Monitor performance parameters by applying standard sources for measurement, to evaluate ongoing success of such decisions.Monitor, perform deep-dive root cause assessments to improve financial performance.Develop and report on actual operating expenditure performance against the budget and forecast to ensure monthly budget tracking and reporting.Key DeliverablesDivision performance and budget achievementAnalysis and evaluations for business feedbackBusiness case vs. benefits analysisInvestment returns analysisSLAs on analytical insights Risk and compliance monitoring and reportingInnovation and financial system optimisationRole DependenciesUnderstanding of business strategy Business Finance objectivesFinance operations and practices Business Unit Management 5. Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies) Education:Minimum 4-year degree in FinanceCA (SA) / ACMA (CIMA) preferred Experience:Minimum 3 – 5 years’ professional experience.Experience in financial planning and analysis, P&L, Operational and Cost Management experience.Experience using financial systems and various modulesProven success in delivery of high-quality analyticsExperience in working with various stakeholders.Experience in working under pressure and delivering under tight deadlines.Experience:Minimum 3 – 5 years’ professional experience.Experience in financial planning and analysis, P&L, Operational and Cost Management experience.Experience using financial systems and various modulesProven success in delivery of high-quality analyticsExperience in working with various stakeholders.Experience in working under pressure and delivering under tight deadlines. Functional Competencies:Business and financial acumenAdvanced Excel skills for ‘big data’ analysisApplication of accounting and finance practicesData gathering, research and analytical abilities to develop insightful conclusionsSkills: Organisational AwarenessData Presentation and CommunicationFinancial and Numerical 6. AuthoritiesMTN Policies and ProceduresMTN DoA7. Collaboration (Formal and Informal Relationships)Responsibility towards: Internal Stakeholders: Executive: Group Business FinanceGeneral Manager: Business FinanceOpCo Finance TeamsManco Functions