Account Assistant - National Service

At Fido, we are building the future of finance in Africa, powered by advanced technology, data driven decision making and bold thinking.

Through AI, Cutting-edge data science and automation, we're redefining how people access and experience financial services. Our goal is to make finance simple, smart and accessible, giving everyone the confidence to take charge of their financial story.

Joining Fido is an opportunity to drive real impact, solve meaningful problems and contribute to building a future where millions have the tools to create, grow and thrive.

Job Summary
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As an Account Assistant, you’ll join our Finance team and gain hands-on experience supporting the day-to-day financial operations of a fast-growing fintech.

You’ll work closely with the Finance team to ensure financial transactions and records are accurate, up to date, and properly maintained. From processing invoices and supporting bank reconciliations to maintaining financial records and assisting with month-end activities, you’ll play an important role in keeping our financial operations running smoothly.

This is an opportunity to build practical experience in accounting and finance while developing a strong understanding of financial controls, reporting, and processes within a dynamic technology-driven business.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable: process supplier invoices, prepare payment requests, and maintain supplier records.
• Assist with daily bank reconciliation tasks and General Ledger maintenance.
• Maintain petty cash and prepare petty cash reconciliations
• Perform data entry of financial transactions into the accounting software accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist in preparing month-end schedules, basic financial reports and account reconciliations.
• Organize, file and maintain financial documents (invoices, receipts, vouchers).
• Assist with audit requests by compiling supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies and confidentiality requirements.
• Carry out additional duties and ad-hoc finance projects as assigned by Head of Finance.
  

Qualifications & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline.
• Current participant in the national service program (available for the full service period)
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, filtering, basic pivot tables).
• Familiarity with accounting software ( Sage) is an advantage.
• Accurate data entry skills  and strong numerical ability.