Recruitment, apply for PalmPay recruitment 2026 below.
Gatekeepers News reports that PalmPay provides a financial ecosystem that is open to as many people as possible, and that’s why the only requirement to access financial services from it is that the individual must have a smartphone. It has exclusively partnered with TECNO Mobile, Africa’s leading mobile phone brand with over 50% market share on the continent.
PalmPay is recruiting to fill the position below:
Finance Graduate Trainee
Specifications:
- Full Time
- Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Location: Lagos| Nigeria
Description:
PalmPay’s Finance Graduate Trainee Program is designed to develop high-potential graduates into well-rounded finance professionals with strong exposure to fintech operations, financial control, and strategic finance. The program offers structured training, job rotations, mentorship, and hands-on experience across core finance functions within a fast-paced digital financial services environment.
Successful candidates will gain practical experience in financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting, controls, payments reconciliation, and regulatory compliance, while building a solid foundation for long-term career growth within PalmPay.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Accounting
- Support day-to-day accounting activities including journal postings, account reconciliations, and ledger maintenance.
- Assist with transaction monitoring, payment reconciliations, and settlement processes across PalmPay’s products.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Assist in preparing management reports, financial statements, and performance dashboards.
- Support variance analysis and provide insights into cost drivers and revenue trends.
- Help track KPIs and financial metrics aligned with business objectives.
Budgeting & Cost Control
- Support budget preparation, tracking, and forecasting activities.
- Assist with expense monitoring, cost analysis, and internal control reviews.
- Help ensure adherence to approved budgets and financial policies.
Compliance & Audit Support
- Support compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and financial controls.
- Assist during internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to queries.
- Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping in line with audit standards.
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with operations, product, risk, and business teams to support finance-related initiatives.
- Participate in process improvement projects aimed at improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Support ad-hoc finance projects as assigned by the finance leadership team.
Training & Development
- Structured onboarding and rotational exposure across key finance functions.
- Hands-on learning under the guidance of experienced finance professionals.
- Continuous performance feedback and mentorship throughout the program.
- Opportunity for full-time placement upon successful completion of the program.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of Second Class Upper (2:1).
Experience
- 0–2 years of work experience (NYSC completed).
- Internship or industrial training experience in finance, accounting, or audit is an added advantage.
- Not more than 27 years of age as at the time of application
Skills & Competencies
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Basic understanding of accounting and financial principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of accounting software or ERP systems is a plus.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and thrive in a fast-paced fintech environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Progress toward professional certifications (ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage.
- Interest in fintech, digital payments, or financial services.
- Demonstrated leadership potential and problem-solving ability.
What We Offer
- A structured graduate training program in a leading fintech company.
- Hands-on exposure to real-world finance operations and decision-making.
- Competitive trainee compensation and benefits.
- Career growth opportunities and potential full-time employment.
- A collaborative, innovative, and high-performance work culture.
Deadline: Not Specified
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