About Jumia:
Jumia is a leading pan-African e-commerce platform. Its mission is to improve the quality of everyday life in Africa by leveraging technology to deliver innovative, convenient and affordable online services to customers, while helping businesses grow as they use Jumia's platform to better reach and serve customers.
Jumia is built around a marketplace and supported by a proprietary logistics business [Jumia Logistics] and a digital payment and fintech platform [Jumia Pay]. With over 3,000 employees, Jumia is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by very high-profile shareholders. Jumia is committed to creating a sustainable impact in Africa.
In April 2019, Jumia was the first Tech company in Africa to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
As our Senior Consolidation Accountant, you'll be at the heart of Jumia's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight across our diverse markets. You'll work with a dynamic team to create a clear financial picture that drives informed decision-making at the highest levels of the company.
What you will be doing
- Pan-African Financial Consolidation:
- Lead the monthly consolidation process, synthesizing financial data from multiple African markets
- Collaborate with local finance teams to gather and validate financial information
- Prepare and meticulously review local financial packages, ensuring adherence to IFRS standards
- Implement and refine consolidation adjustments to accurately reflect Jumia's financial position
- Strategic Reporting and Analysis:
- Develop insightful financial reports that illuminate Jumia's performance across diverse African markets
- Contribute to the creation of management reports that guide strategic decisions
- Analyze trends and variances, providing valuable insights to senior leadership
- Intercompany Reconciliation:
- Spearhead the intercompany reconciliation process, ensuring alignment across Jumia's operations
- Identify and resolve discrepancies, maintaining the integrity of our financial data
- Audit Support and Compliance:
- Act as a key liaison during external audits, showcasing Jumia's financial strength and compliance
- Stay abreast of IFRS updates and local regulatory changes across African markets
- Implement best practices to ensure Jumia remains at the forefront of financial compliance
- Process Improvement and Innovation:
- Identify opportunities to streamline consolidation processes through automation and best practices
- Collaborate on projects to enhance Jumia's financial systems and reporting capabilities
What we are looking for
- Educational Background: Degree in Management, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
- Experience: 3+ years in Audit, Corporate Finance, Accounting, or Consolidation within an IFRS environment.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English; knowledge of French or other African languages is a plus.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in MS Office, particularly Excel; experience with consolidation software is advantageous.
- Analytical Prowess: Sharp analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to ensure accuracy in all financial reporting.
- Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment typical of a growing tech company.
- Leadership: Ability to guide and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence.
We Offer:
- A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
- A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector
- The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team
- An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders
