Accountant

FairMoney is at the forefront of revolutionizing banking in emerging markets with our credit-led mobile banking platform. Our primary operations began in Nigeria, where we have made significant strides since our inception in 2017, raising nearly €50 million.

The Finance department at FairMoney is a key component in this mission to provide banking services to all consumers across emerging markets. Finance drives the reporting, the strategic analysis and the financial operations to make FairMoney's mission possible. We are currently looking for a senior accountant:

Key Responsibilities

Monthly Management Reporting

• Post journal entries and reconcile general ledger accountant
• Prepare relevant schedules supporting the items on the financial statement
• Investigate and explain variances

Taxation

• Ensure PAYE, Pension, WHT and VAT are appropriately deducted and remitted
• Ensure annual and monthly filings are done on or before due dates

Finance Operation

• Carry out cash planning to ensure that expenses and obligations are met as at when needed
• Ensure excess cash are passed to the Treasurer for investment 

Year End Close/Statutory Audits

• Support year end close and annual statutory audit

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or a related discipline
• 5 years of experience in audit or financial service industry
• Professional accounting certification (ACCA or ICAN)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
• Effective team player with a positive attitude
• Proven ability to work with little supervision

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance.

• Pension Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Training & Development

Recruitment Process:

• A screening call with a member of the recruitment team for 30 minutes.
• Technical interview with the hiring manager for 30 to 60 minutes.