Multiple Positions – MTN Zambia

  • Full Time
  • Lusaka, Zambia
  • Applications have closed.

MTN Zambia

At MTN Zambia, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight
you at work, every day. 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 organisational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner
with our employees, customers and stakeholders with a vision to realize our shared goals.
We are delighted that you are considering us as your career partner to make a mark in the world. We look forward to your
application.

Job Title: Manager – Financial Reporting

The key responsibilities for this role include but not limited to the following:

  • Prepare, review and report MTN Zambia’s financial performance to MTN Group and external stakeholders in accordance
    with IFRS, IAS and Group reporting requirements.
  • Ensure the accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial data uploaded into Hyperion and other reporting systems.
  • Produce monthly financial reports including Income Statements, Balance Sheets and Cash Flow Statements.
  • Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting cycles and ensure timely submission of Group reporting
    packs.
  • Lead the financial reporting audit process and support statutory and regulatory reporting requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with evolving IFRS, IAS and MTN Group accounting standards and provide technical accounting
    guidance to management.
  • Maintain and review balance sheet reconciliations and monthly audit files to ensure data integrity and compliance.
  • Collaborate with Finance Operations and other business units to ensure accurate financial information and effective
    reporting processes.
  • Support financial forecasting and business planning through analysis of financial information and reporting trends.
  • Drive continuous improvement and automation of reporting processes across financial systems including IFS, Hyperion
    and related reporting platforms.
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies, reporting procedures and internal controls.
  • Lead, coach and develop the Financial Reporting team while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous
    improvement and high performance.
Candidate Requirements
  • Grade 12 certificate with 5 credit or better of which English and Mathematics are a must
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field.
  • Professional qualification such as ACCA or equivalent is compulsory.
  • Minimum five (5) years practical accounting and finance experience, including at least two years in Financial Reporting.
  • Experience working with enterprise financial systems such as Hyperion, Oracle Financial Analyzer or IFS.
  • Experience in financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting.
  • Experience in Assurance unit of top audit/accounting firm is desirable
  • Minimum two (2) years supervisory or team leadership experience.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply

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Job Title: Manager – Financial Technology

The key responsibilities for this role include but not limited to the following:

  • Manage and maintain Financial Platforms and Operational Support Systems (OSS) to ensure high availability, reliability, and
    optimal performance of business-critical applications.
  • Lead the continuous improvement, support, and administration of Financial Platforms and OSS environments.
  • Ensure application availability and service levels are achieved in line with business and operational requirements.
  • Manage relationships with vendors and third-party service providers to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and
    service level agreements.
  • Lead and mentor Application Support Engineers and technical teams to deliver efficient operational support and high-quality
    service.
  • Coordinate the evaluation, implementation, configuration, testing, and deployment of new applications and system
    enhancements.
  • Ensure all applications meet business requirements, security standards, compliance requirements, and system integration
    specifications.
  • Support business units through timely resolution of incidents, root cause analysis, and proactive problem management.
  • Develop and maintain application architecture standards, processes, and procedures aligned to MTN Group and industry best practices.
  • Prepare and manage operational budgets, resource plans, and performance reports for the Financial Platforms and OSS
    function.
  • Drive implementation of emerging technologies including cloud solutions, APIs, microservices, data analytics, Artificial
    Intelligence, and Machine Learning where applicable.
  • Ensure compliance with IT governance, information security policies, regulatory requirements, and MTN standards.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to support business transformation initiatives and service
    excellence
Candidate Requirements
  • Grade 12 certificate with 5 credit or better of which English and Mathematics are a must
  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Telecommunications, or a related field.
  • Minimum five (5) years’ experience in Telecoms IT, Financial Platforms, OSS, Applications Support, or related environments.
  • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a management or supervisory role within an IT environment.
  • Understanding of telecommunications systems, business reporting platforms, and enterprise architecture principles
  • Experience managing vendors, service providers, and service level agreements.
  • Working knowledge of cloud technologies, APIs, Kubernetes, Microservices, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning

Send your application to: jobs.zm@mtn.com

Candidates are mandated to answer the below on their cover page to the hiring Manager.

Values are the core of MTN Zambia’s culture. Our five values called ‘Live Y’ello’ is the force that unites and inspires each one of us to make an impact that matters in the world. So, tell us: Which one of our five Live Y’ello Values resonates most with you and why? (limit 250 words)

  • Lead with Care
  • Can-do with Integrity
  • Collaborate with Agility
  • Serve with Respect
  • Act with Inclusion

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted and the closing date for accepting applications is 29th July 2025
“For details on how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at www.mtn.zm/data-privacy-noticejob-applicants.”

Note: that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Title: Commercial Accountant

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the key responsibilities for this role include but not limited to the following:

  • Monitor service centre operations and ensure compliance with commercial financial policies, processes, and procedures.
  • Review sales and banking records for accuracy and adherence to company policies.
  • Conduct monthly inventory, cash, and debtor reconciliations and investigate variances.
  • Monitor cash sales control accounts and perform daily reconciliations.
  • Prepare expenditure analysis reports for service centres.
  • Audit sales records and identify unauthorized sales transactions or breaches of approved credit limits.
  • Perform monthly debtor account reconciliations and ensure customer sign-off.
  • Work closely with Area Sales Managers and Regional Sales Managers to monitor debtor performance, collections, and
    payment status.
  • Support the CFO in preparing revenue, cost of sales, and operating expenditure budgets.
  • Raise and process credit and debit notes, ensuring appropriate approvals and accurate account updates.
  • Prepare audit files and support internal and external audit requirements.
  • Prepare and submit weekly and monthly performance reports within agreed timelines.
Candidate Requirements
  • Grade 12 certificate with 5 credit or better of which English and Mathematics are a must
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ financial accounting experience.
  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and process controls will be an added advantage.
  • Professional accounting qualification such as ZICA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
  • Sound knowledge of Financial Accounting principles and financial management systems.
  • Good understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Send your application to: jobs.zm@mtn.com

Candidates are mandated to answer the below on their cover page to the hiring Manager.

Values are the core of MTN Zambia’s culture. Our five values called ‘Live Y’ello’ is the force that unites and inspires
each one of us to make an impact that matters in the world. So, tell us: Which one of our five Live Y’ello Values resonates most with you and why? (limit 250 words)

• Lead with Care
• Can-do with Integrity
• Collaborate with Agility
• Serve with Respect
• Act with Inclusion

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted and the closing date for accepting applications is 29th July 2026.

“For details on how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at www.mtn.zm/data-privacy-notice-job-applicants.”

Note: that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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