Senior Accountant

FairMoney is a pioneering mobile banking institution specializing in extending credit to emerging markets. Established in 2017, the company currently operates primarily within Nigeria, and it has secured nearly €50 million in funding from renowned global investors, including Tiger Global, DST, and Flourish Ventures.

In alignment with its vision, FairMoney is actively constructing the foremost mobile banking platform and point-of-sale (POS) solution tailored for emerging markets. The journey began with the introduction of a digital microcredit application exclusively available on Android and iOS devices. Today, FairMoney has significantly expanded its range of services, encompassing a comprehensive suite of financial products, such as current accounts, savings accounts, debit cards, and state-of-the-art POS solutions designed to meet the needs of both merchants and agents.FairMoney thrives on its diverse workforce, bringing together talent from over 27 nationalities. This multicultural team drives the company’s mission of reshaping financial services for underserved communities.To gain deeper insights into FairMoney’s pivotal role in reshaping Africa’s financial landscape, we invite you to watch informative .

About the Role

As a Senior Accountant for the lending business of Fairmoney, you will be responsible for mainly, but not limited to:

• Make recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
• Assist with financial and tax audits.
• Document and monitor internal controls in support of the auditing team.
• Coordinate more complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the accounting and finance team or with other departments.
• Analyze complex financial reports and records.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Perform variance analyses and prepare account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports.
• Perform account reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger, prepare tax returns, assist with audit preparations, and perform other accounting duties as assigned.
• Liaise with the company’s Chief Financial Officer/Head of Finance on how to improve financial procedures where necessary.

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant with a minimum of five (7) years of accounting experience in audit firms or firms in the financial service industry.
• A qualified accountant (ACCA, ICAN).
• Good analytical skills, high level of accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Nigerian Tax laws.
• Strong knowledge of the concept of accruals/prepayments.
• Strong Knowledge of the International Financial Reporting Standard(IFRS), and an understanding of double entries.
• Have advanced Microsoft Excel Skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
• Be an effective team player with a positive attitude.
• A track record of constantly looking for ways to do things better.
• Have good analytical and numerical skills.
• Need for enthusiasm and interest in the role i.e. accounting, reporting, and cost control.
• Ability to work without supervision and to tight deadlines.

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Work From Home
• Training & Development

Recruitment Process

• A screening interview with a Recruiter: 30 minutes.
• Technical interview with VP, Finance: 45 minutes.