Pesa Hiring Senior Accountant – Remote (Nigeria)

Reporting line: Financial Controller
Department: Finance

We are making cross-border payments simple, fast & reliable for individuals & businesses across emerging markets; providing tools that power economic freedom. We are on a mission to localize the global money transfer experience and are currently seeking a Senior Accountant with a strong sense of ownership, sharp attention to detail, and a drive for continuous improvement to join our Finance team.

About the role

• The Senior Accountant will support daily finance operations including bank and payment provider reconciliations, preparation of financial statements, tax filings, and general accounting tasks. This role is ideal for an early-career finance professional looking to build hands-on experience in a fast-paced, cross-border fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities

• • Perform daily/weekly reconciliation of bank accounts and payment provider/processor settlements (e.g., card processors, wallets, PSPs), identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly
• • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) in line with applicable accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP)
• • Support preparation and filing of tax returns (VAT/GST, withholding tax, corporate income tax) and ensure compliance with local and cross-border tax regulations
• • Maintain accurate general ledger entries, journal postings, and month-end close activities
• • Track and resolve unreconciled transactions, suspense accounts, and FX-related variances across multiple currencies
• • Support audit preparation by organizing schedules, supporting documents, and responding to auditor queries
• • Assist with accounts payable/receivable processes, including invoice processing and vendor/customer reconciliations
• • Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records in compliance with regulatory requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• • 5-7 years of relevant experience
• • Qualified or in view (ICAN, ACCA, CPA)
• • Working knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP) and basic tax regulations
• • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) is a plus
• • Exposure to multi-currency transactions or payment processors is an advantage
• • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• • Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.