Career opportunities: Finance Graduate

Finance Graduate – Group Finance 

Location: London, United Kingdom 

About Us 

We are a leading independent telecoms infrastructure company with one of the most extensive tower portfolios across Africa and the Middle East. Our business model promotes tower infrastructure sharing, enabling mobile network operators (MNOs) to deliver connectivity more efficiently, cost-effectively and sustainably. Operating across nine high-growth markets, we support digital inclusion and long-term economic development. 

We build, acquire, lease-up and operate telecommunications towers serving major MNOs. Our purpose and strategy are underpinned by our values of integrity, partnership and excellence. 

Overview 

As a Finance Graduate within Group Finance, you will gain structured exposure to financial reporting, consolidation, compliance and performance analysis within a listed international organisation. 

Reporting to senior members of the Group Finance team, you will support the preparation of consolidated financial information, contribute to statutory and regulatory reporting processes, and assist in maintaining strong financial controls across multiple operating markets. 

This role provides a strong technical foundation for a career in accounting and group financial reporting. 

Role Responsibilities 

As a Finance Graduate – Group Finance, you will be responsible for: 

• Supporting the preparation of monthly and quarterly consolidated financial reports 


• Assisting with group-wide budgeting and forecasting processes 


• Supporting statutory reporting and year-end audit activities 


• Assisting in the preparation of financial statements and disclosures 


• Supporting the maintenance of internal controls and compliance processes 


• Analysing financial performance and reporting on key KPIs 


• Assisting with intercompany reconciliations and balance sheet reviews 


• Supporting ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requirements 

Requirements for the Role 

To succeed in this role, you will: 

• Hold a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline 


• Demonstrate a clear interest in financial reporting and accounting within a listed or international organisation 


• Possess strong analytical and numerical skills 


• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel 


• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a structured approach to work 


• Show good communication skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders across multiple markets 


• Demonstrate initiative and a proactive learning mindset 

Desired Skills 

• Understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles 


• Knowledge of consolidation processes 


• Interest in infrastructure, telecommunications or emerging markets 


• Progression towards a professional qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) is advantageous 

Benefits 

• Competitive basic salary 


• Discretionary bonus 


• Health insurance 


• Life insurance 

Helios Towers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you are applying for a position in South Africa, Employment Equity targets may apply when we consider your application.