Finance Manager at Waza

Waza operates a B2B payments platform that enables businesses in emerging markets make global payments easily. We are a YCombinator-backed startup with $3m in seed funding and growing at about 30% month-on-month. We are dedicated to solving the inefficient payment systems and Foreign Exchange supply in emerging markets, which can be a significant barrier to business and economic growth. Waza is live in Nigeria and Ghana and are scaling into new markets in the next few months. We are a small team of highly motivated individuals comprising of former founders, 10x engineers, business and legal professionals, building towards making global B2B payments easy and accessible.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time (Hybrid)

The Role

• We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our fast-growing team.
• The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing all financial aspects of the company, including accounting, management reporting, financial planning, and risk management, to ensure the company's financial health and compliance.
• You will play a pivotal role in managing our financial operations and strategy. Your expertise in the Fintech Industry, FX, Crypto and Cross-border payments will be crucial in steering our financial stability, driving informed decision-making and working closely with our Treasury and Sales team to contribute to the company's growth by providing accurate financial insights and driving process improvements

We are excited to know you if you can: 

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, invoicing, payables, and receivables, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to financial best practices. You are able to record and manage daily financial transactions using accounting software like Quickbooks etc
• Prepare and present regular financial reports, highlighting key performance indicators, financial trends, and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist with audits and preparation of year-end financial statements for internal and external use. 
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and other financial requirements
• Develop and maintain budgets, financial forecasts, and performance metrics in collaboration with cross-functional teams, while ensuring that financial projections align with business objectives.

What your typical day looks like

• Taking record of previous and current day's financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and proper categorization.
• Preparing a concise summary of the company's financial position, including cash balance, outstanding receivables, and payables.
• Analyze financial trends and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify potential areas for improvement or concerns.
• Assess current financial processes and controls, identifying opportunities for streamlining and enhancing efficiency.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Sales and leadership team to discuss ongoing initiatives, such as optimizing working capital or evaluating potential expansion into new markets.

You might be an excellent fit if you have

• A Bachelor's or Master`s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus
• 3+ years of progressive experience in financial management, with a track record of success in startups, fintech, payments, or other high-growth technology sector.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting. Experience with financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• An entrepreneurial-mind with a knack for solving problems and establishing processes.
• A proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Quickbooks, Xero) and excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong understanding of the financial industry, with an emphasis on fintech products and services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience in presenting financial data to non-financial stakeholders
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment. Prior experience in the fintech industry or emerging markets is a plus.

Why Waza

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern work tools and accessories 
• 13th month bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible work schedules (Hybrid work arrangement)
• Lunch at the office (on in-person work days)
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a rapidly expanding company.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

Our Hiring Process:

• Initial Interview: The first step is a 30-minute chat with our HR Manager, during which we will get to know each other better. Your basic qualifications, compatibility for the role, and, more importantly, your cultural fit will be assessed. You'll have the opportunity to learn more about our team, the company, and the role you're applying for. Feel free to ask any questions you may have at this stage.
• Technical Assessment: If the initial interview goes well, we will provide you with a technical take-home or co-working project. This project will help us assess your skills and how well they align with the position. You will be required to present your solution/answers to the project to the hiring manager and go through any questions.
• Functional expertise: If both you and the hiring manager are excited about moving forward, you’ll move to this stage of the process, which will assess your theoretical and practical skillsets, approach to problem-solving, articulation, and subject-matter expertise.
• Final Interview: If successful at the functional expertise screening, we will arrange for you to have a final interview with our CEO, Maxwell Obi. This interview will serve as an opportunity for you to gain more insight into our company's vision while allowing the CEO to assess how your mission and vision fit within the organization.
• Offer: If the final interview is successful, our HR manager will extend an offer and guide you through the signing process. Once the offer is accepted, our Administration team will coordinate your onboarding and induction, ensuring a smooth transition before your first day at Waza.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online