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Job Title: Finance Associate

About OurPass

OurPass is revolutionizing the world of commerce with cutting-edge banking and management tools that empower businesses of all sizes to simplify their operations and run with confidence. With OurPass, you can automate routine tasks, accept payments from anywhere in the world, gain access to business capital and get practically everyday support you need to win. When we launched OurPass in 2021, our goal was to eliminate the challenge of abandoned carts for businesses online and boost their sales with a one-click checkout mobile app. Though quickly gaining a reputation for our work in that space, we continued to listen to the needs of our customers. This is what inspired the expansion of our services in 2022 to ensure everyone has access to the tools they need to thrive.

So, wherever you are in your business journey, OurPass has the right financial and business products to help you build, grow and scale. If we don’t already have what you uniquely need, we’ll build it, that’s how committed we are to your success. Our market savvy and responsive approach continues to win us the confidence of our customers and today, we are proudly the go-to partner for small businesses, retail enterprises, and global distributors across our primary market, Nigeria.

OurPass Inc is registered in the USA and trades in Nigeria under the name of Parkcrowdy Nigeria Limited.

We are the place for you if

You are a dynamic individual who is truly passionate about making a constant difference in your customers’ lives. You are also an individual who is never afraid to challenge the status quo, especially when you know or believe that there are better ways of carrying out activities. You are an individual who is always keen on expanding their skills, regardless of the role.

About the Job

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Associate to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will assist in various financial activities, including but not limited to, financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and reconciliation. You will work closely with internal teams, clients and external partners to identify discrepancies, investigate root causes and implement corrective actions. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial success of our company and gain valuable experience in the finance field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and analysing financial statements, reports, and budgets.
• Perform variance analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly reconcilations of financial transactions, accounts and statements.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and ensure accuracy of reporting.
• Utilize advanced excel and financial software tools to analyse large datasets and identify trends
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify discrepancies between transaction records and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial models for forecasting and budgeting purposes.
• Assist in the development and improvement of reconciliation processes, findings and resolutions.
• Participate in financial audits by preparing supporting documentation and responding to audit inquiries.
• Contribute to the implementation and improvement of financial policies and procedures.
• Assist in monitoring and analysing key financial metrics to provide insights for management decision-making.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and presentations for senior management as needed.

Critical Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP systems).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and trends.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Solid understanding of financial principles, concepts, and practices.