Nov 24, 2018
Department: General & Administration Type: Full Time Min. Experience: Mid Level Job Description
Fenix is looking for a bright, highly motivated Finance & Administrative Associate with a passion for entrepreneurship, renewable energy, and financial inclusion to join our team. This position is a key role within the Finance Department of a fast-paced start up at the front lines of renewable energy and mobile payment technology.
The Finance & Administrative Associate will be an integral part of the Fenix Finance Team, collaborating with the Finance & Admin Manager to provide timely and accurate financial information to management by managing accounting data, invoices, disbursements and cash management as well as implementing processes/systems and controls to ensure best practices.
The role will be an important aspect of helping to create strategic growth plans, assess and improve portfolio health and raise the equity and working capital needed to achieve the Company’s ambitious goals.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain records of financial transactions by establishing accounts and posting transactions
Collaborate with Finance Manager to improve system to account for financial transactions through the Chart of Accounts
Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information
Maintain historical records by filing documents
Secure financial information by completing database backups
Help prepare payments and invoices by verifying documentation, and requesting payments / disbursements
Document and manage the disbursements and refunds related to petty cash
Contributes to team effort by participating in special projects as needed
Oversee the day to day operations of the Fenix Nigeria office including managing office support staff – caretakers, cleaners, gardeners, etc.
Supervise all maintenance activities and maintain a regular schedule of maintenance for the Fenix’s properties
Maintain a highly professional working environment everyday (demo units set up, projector + whiteboard in every room, etc.) – ensuring that the Fenix office always looks its best
Coordinate key activities such as team meetings, workshops
Ensure all insurance policies i.e. Medical, Risk, Good in transit, IT equipment are up to date and premium charges paid promptly
Monitor, supervise and ensure safety measures are incorporated into all business office development
Requirements, Skills & Experience
Degree or diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, Social Sciences or other related field
A minimum of 1-2 years accounting/admin experience
You will be able to work independently with minimum supervision.
You must be an excellent communicator with fluency in written and spoken English.
Highly Desired Skills:
Experienced in any major accounting system with a good working experience on spreadsheets.
Ability to work in teams or independently
Critical thinking skills (ability to think outside the box)
Good problem solving skills (solutions oriented)
Good influencing and negotiation skills
Flexibility with ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Willingness and desire to learn new ideas.
Compensation Competitive salary, benefits and a fun work environment.
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Applicants should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: careers_nigeria@fenixintl.com Note: We recognize the value of diversity in our workforce, and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for a further interview will be contacted.
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