Accountant at Carbon Nigeria

Carbon is a pan-African digital bank with a mission to provide friction-free finance to its customers. Carbon promises to play a fundamental role in its customers’ lives where ever they are, and with flexible solutions. We pride ourselves on our efficiency and with just $10mm of equity raised in 2015, we have disbursed over $100m in loans and earned more than $30mm in revenue over the last 2 years. Carbon has operations in Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria, supported by a talented team spread between Lagos, Nairobi, London, Argentina, and Palo Alto so we operate with a remote-first mindset.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Lagos
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time
Minimum Experience: Experienced

Role

An accountant will assist in the day-to-day operations of the finance department, and is responsible for portfolio analysis, financial record keeping, and reporting.
He/she is expected to provide complete financial services to the company, address all issues of a financial nature and provide relevant information as requested. This role reports to the Head of Finance.

Key Accountability Areas & Time Allocation:

Financial Administration, Accounting & Reporting – 75%
Financial Analysis – 15%
Funds Management & Budgeting – 10%

Expected Outcomes:

Ensure all financial processes are carried out according to best practices and company policy.

Requirements

Business or Finance-related Degree from a top-tier university or college.
Professional certification – ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA.
Minimum of 3 years of financial experience.
Extensive Financial Modelling skills.

Essential Skills and Attributes:

Good analytical and financial abilities.
Demonstrated ability to handle accounting / book-keeping and reconciliation functions.
Proficient in the use of major Accounting and analysis software and spreadsheets.
Superb spoken and written communication.
Outstanding interpersonal skills with a collaborative style of working.

Benefits