Company Info
Large organization
FairMoney is building the leading mobile bank for emerging markets. We started with a digital microcredit application on Android, and currently roll out additional financial services
200 + Employees
FairMoney is building the leading mobile bank for emerging markets. We started with a digital microcredit application on Android, and currently roll out additional financial services (current account, savings, debit card) while expanding the product to Western Africa and South-East Asia.
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- 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:
- Review monthly management report prepared by accountants and sign off.
- Ensure there are relevant schedules supporting the items on the financial statement.
- Investigate and explain variances.
Taxation:
- Update tax policies as may be required.
- Ensure PAYE, Pension, WHT and VAT are appropriately deducted and remitted.
- Manage the current income and deferred tax computation with the support of consultants.
- Carry out tax planning and arrange transaction to ensure tax burden is optimised.
- Manage tax audits and desk reviews with the support of consultant.
- 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.
- Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and accounting policy manuals as may be required.
- Manage the transaction processing team and ensure transactions are treated timely.
Year End Close/Statutory Audits:
- Support year end close and annual statutory audit.
Requirements
- A qualified accountant (ACCA, ICAN).
- Have an Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills.
- Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in audit or financial service industry.
- Strong experience in tax practice will be an added advantage.
- Be an effective team player with a positive attitude.
- Must be able to work without supervision.
Benefits
- Private Health Insurance.
- Pension Plan.
- Paid Time Off.
- Work From Home.
- Training & Development.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should Click here to apply online