2024 Accounting Trainee Programme at Carbon

Carbon is a pan-African digital bank with a mission to provide friction-free finance to its customers. Carbon promises to play a fundamental role in its customers’ lives wherever they are, with flexible solutions. We pride ourselves on our efficiency and with just $10mm of equity raised in 2015, we have disbursed over $100m in loans and earned more than $30mm in revenue over the last 2 years. Carbon has operations in Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria, supported by a talented team spread between Lagos, Nairobi, London, Argentina, and Palo Alto so we operate with a remote-first mindset.

Applications are invited for:

Title: Accounting Trainee Programme

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• Are you an accounting whiz with a sharp eye for detail, a love for numbers, and a burning desire to launch your finance career?
• If yes, Carbon is looking for YOU to join our 6-month Trainee Program!
• This isn’t just another trainee position – this is your chance to step into a dynamic environment where you’ll gain real-world experience, receive top-tier training, and have the opportunity to secure full-time employment.
• We want ambitious go-getters who are serious about making their mark in the finance world.
• If that’s you, keep reading. If not, this might not be the role for you.

What You’ll Do
Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare Financial Statements and assess the unit economics of our products and services.

Data-driven Decision Making: 

• Analyze Financial data to spot trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

Ensure Accuracy:

• Maintain a high standard in Financial processing, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.

Innovative Risk Management: 

• Help develop and implement strategies to minimize Financial risks creatively.

Who We’re Looking For:
We’re searching for dedicated top-tier candidates with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; you’ve mastered the fundamentals and are ready to apply them in a dynamic environment.
• Strong WAEC Results with at least 4 grades in 1-3.
• Further Mathematics, coding, or technical expertise is a plus.
• A demonstrated passion for accounting; you’re an accounting wizard who loves solving complex financial puzzles and thrives on accuracy and precision.

What the Hiring Process Looks Like
Screening Call:

• A quick chat with our People Team to see if you’re a fit.

Skills Assessment:

• A test to evaluate your accounting and financial analysis capabilities.

Interview:

• A deeper conversation to assess your experience, passion, and potential to grow with us.