About Lendsqr
Lendsqr is on a mission to provide every African with access to loans precisely when they need it. To achieve this, we have been revolutionizing the lending landscape by equipping lenders with the necessary technology, data, and services to scale their digital lending operations. Our platform is trusted by top digital lenders like Kredi Bank, Urgent10k, Irorun, and Sterling Bank.
We are looking for passionate and intelligent individuals to join our team and share our vision for Africa. If you are driven by the same mission, we invite you to join us.
Role : Finance Intern
Location: Remote (Work From Home)
The Lendsqr Finance and Operations team is seeking responsible, young, and exceptional candidates to support our back-office operations. This includes settlement, reconciliation, and managing bank and payment partner relationships.
Responsibilities
- Payment Reconciliation: Ensure the accounting system reflects accurate positions by reconciling payments and transactions.
- General Ledger: Perform all required general ledger reconciliations.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all daily transactions using the ERP system.
- Financial Transactions: Verify, calculate, and post accounts receivable data.
- Customer Pay-outs: Ensure customer pay-outs are accurately matched to client profiles.
- Reporting Support: Assist in month-end performance reporting.
- Audit Preparation: Support the accountant, external auditors, and tax consultants by organizing and compiling required documents for financial statement and tax audits.
- Tax Compliance: Ensure withholding tax, VAT, and other taxes are withheld and remitted to relevant authorities monthly.
- Additional Tasks: Perform other tasks as assigned by the Finance Manager.
Requirements
- Recent university graduate with or without NYSC experience.
- Minimum of 2:1 degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- Not more than 23 years old at the last birthday.
- Strong interest in fintech and a desire to develop a career in the field.
Competencies/Skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Process-driven and deadline-oriented.
- Proficiency with Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel.
Compensation Structure
- Base pay.
- Monthly data bonus.
- Other benefits as defined by company policy.