Seedstars - Our client, InvoizPAID Nigeria is a high growth portfolio company of Seedstars, focusing on SME lending in all sectors. Our vision is to become the champion in SME lending for the common man in Nigeria while developing revolutionary fin-tech products that will change the whole conservative lending industry. Being a part of this ambitious project is what drives us every day and makes us achieve the best results for our clients and reach our ambitious goals.

Accounting Manager

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience1 - 3 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit

About the Job

As a Head Accountant you will be responsible for overseeing all accounting activities of the company, such as month-end close and financial reporting, accounts payable and cost reporting, revenues and receivables, and payroll.
You will develop a deep understanding of the business, as you will be required to partner with all departments, as well as play an active role in establishing and improving internal processes and financial controls. You will need to be adaptable to frequent changes in priorities, while being flexible to deadlines with short lead times.
Key Responsibilities

Processing of payments to the clients
Prepare month end close process - processing general journals on accounting system, reviewing accruals and prepayments
Preparing bank reconciliation (daily / weekly)
Complete daily functions associated with account reconciliation
Client statement reconciliation
Reconcile all general ledger accounts
Posting and Updating the relevant accounting systems (Xero)
General company accountancy
Other support to finance team as required
Your Profile

1 -3 years experience as an accountant
Experience with accounting tools i.e. XERO, Expensify, SAGE, Excel
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Excellent time management
Great Excel skills
Benefits and Perks

A steep learning curve in an innovative industry; including plenty of responsibility and conceptual freedom
Extensive learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
Fast track leadership opportunities in line with performance
An international team of experts who inspire and support you
Regular get-togethers, team building events, barbecues, and parties
Typical Start-up perks: flexible working hours, soft drinks and snacks for free, company pension scheme, etc.
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Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience2 - 3 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit

About the Job

Take the role of an acting co-founder of the company and take over full operational responsibility in task force assignments in mission-critical processes & strategic initiatives.
Work closely with the founders (ex-McKinsey and Rocket Internet), C-Level, and advisory board to deliver against our growth roadmap.
Become part of one of the most promising SME lending fintech ventures in Africa, extend your skills for managing hyper-growth startups & build deep functional expertise.
Key Responsibilities

Defining and implementing financial strategy in collaboration with the CEO
Designing policies and processes for internal control in order to minimize business risk and comply with local and internal accounting standards
Managing and maintaining the financial accounting system, and all accounting processes including daily accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash collection, GL, payroll
Providing complete analysis of financial results to the executive leadership team and board members
Effective and timely management of financial planning, analysis and budgeting within the business
Creating infrastructure to capture weekly, monthly, quarterly KPIs
Leading a team, providing technical and professional development and establishing succession planning
Organizing, evaluating and directing the fiscal functions and performance of the business; developing country/product specific policies and procedures to improve overall operation/effectiveness; participating in the development of financial plans and programs
Ensuring the accurate/timely reporting of the business financial results, the preparation of the budgets, financial reports and analyses; ensure compliance with all country legal, regulatory and tax reporting requirements
Evaluating cash flow projections
Providing strategic financial input and leadership on issues affecting the region and provide financial advice and knowledge to others within the discipline
Your Profile

Minimum 2-3 years’ audit experience
Qualified accountant with knowledge of IFRS accounting standards
Experience in big 4 audit firm or preparing for an audit of a large business
Broad based global experience in leading a financial unit
Exceptional analytical skills
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external affiliates and clients
Successfully managed financial organization with comparative scale and complexity
Leadership Skills.
Benefits and Perks

A fast-paced, challenging environment with full entrepreneurial exposure & unique learning experiences
100% responsibility for what you do & lot of room to grow
A huge opportunity ahead with a big, common goal in mind
On-the-job coaching and regular, detailed feedback for your personal development
An international team of experts who inspire and support you
Regular get-togethers, team building events, barbecues, and parties
Typical Start-up perks: flexible working hours, soft drinks and snacks for free, company pension scheme, etc.

Method of Application

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