Junior Accountant

About Wahed: The global financial system wasn't built for everyone. For millions of people, its reliance on interest (riba) creates a barrier to managing money and building wealth without compromising their values. At Wahed, we're changing that. We are a global fintech company on a mission to build a new financial system—one that is ethical, accessible, and entirely interest-free. From our offices across the globe, our team is building products that were once deemed impossible, from pioneering Shariah-compliant equity ETFs, creating true riba-free alternatives to high yield savings accounts, to creating no-leverage real estate investments for truly interest-free income producing assets. If you're driven to solve complex problems and believe finance should empower, not exclude, join us in building a more equitable financial future. Job Brief: Wahed is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to support the finance and operational setup of our Nigeria business.This role will play a critical part during the launch phase and beyond, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, strong internal controls, and smooth day-to-day financial operations.The Junior Accountant will work closely with the Nigeria Country Head and the global finance team to ensure that financial processes are aligned with both Nigerian regulatory requirements and Wahed’s global standards. Job Description: Maintain accurate financial records in line with IFRS and Nigerian regulations Perform bank and account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies Support preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports Assist with tax filings including VAT, WHT, and PAYE compliance Support financial documentation for regulatory and audit requirements Track expenses and support budgeting activities Coordinate with global finance teams to align local reporting standards Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies Job Specification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline. 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in:Financial services FinTech, Asset management, Banking ACA (in progress or completed) or ACCA certification is an advantage. Solid understanding of IFRS and Nigerian tax regulations. Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Oracle, or similar ERP systems). Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.