About Babban Gona:

Babban Gona is an award-winning, high-impact social enterprise passionately committed to transforming the lives of smallholder farmers in Nigeria.
Built upon a foundation of strong core values, our principles guide our behaviours and actions, both individually and as a cohesive team. We provide
holistic support to our members
, encompassing access to vital finance, high-quality agricultural inputs, cutting-edge training, and reliable markets,
empowering them to significantly increase their yields, incomes, and overall livelihoods.
At the heart of our operations is the principle of
"Member First"
:
we obsess about our customers, our smallholder members
, beginning every discussion by considering how it benefits them and working backwards. We work vigorously every day to earn and keep our Members Trust, ensuring every interaction answers all their questions so they never need to ask for help. We strategically leverage technology to ensure Members have all the answers they need when they need it. We ensure our members are so impressed we never need to market our service; our members do it for us. Our unwavering commitment ensures that
we always accomplish more with less
. We strive to be
the earth's highest impact business
.

About the Career Accelerator Program:

Are you a driven and talented young professional in Finance, ready to
accelerate your career trajectory and contribute to a mission of significant impact
? Apply for the Babban Gona Finance Career Accelerator Program today!

This
unique and enriching opportunity
is meticulously designed for recent graduates who possess a
genuine passion for Babban Gona's mission
. The program offers
comprehensive training and intensive development
within Babban Gona's dynamic Finance function, providing a supportive and enriching environment where
excellent work is recognised and rewarded
. You will be empowered to
conquer new challenges that unlock your full potential
and gain invaluable insights from experienced professionals, all while making a tangible contribution to our overarching goal of
creating impact at scale
. A cornerstone of our team is
taking ownership
: we expect you to
never say “This not my job"
and to always be willing to go above and beyond to improve our
Members'
lives. We
insist on the highest standards
in all our work.

Job Summary:

The Finance Career Accelerator Program is an
entry-level position strategically designed to provide in-depth training and facilitate rapid professional growth
within Babban Gona's critical Finance function. This role presents an
exceptional opportunity
for individuals who deeply resonate with our
passionate commitment
to our transformative mission and who are eager to
rapidly develop into impactful contributors
within their chosen track. As a valued member of the Career Accelerator Program, you will gain hands-on exposure to a diverse range of responsibilities across our financial spectrum, focusing on
Raising Debt Finance
and
Managing Operational Finance.
Throughout this immersive program, you will receive
dedicated mentorship and invaluable guidance
from experienced professionals, specifically designed to cultivate essential skills and acumen. Our core objective is to
rapidly develop you into a highly capable professional
who consistently
delivers results
and embodies Babban Gona's core principles.

Responsibilities:

• 
  Raising Debt Finance:

• 
  Assist in
  sourcing and identifying potential debt investors
  .

• 
  Support the
  origination and structuring of debt transactions
  .

• 
  Participate in the
  due diligence and negotiation process for debt transactions
  .

• 
  Assist in the
  preparation of financial models and investment proposals
  , ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

• 
  Contribute to the
  closing of debt transactions and documentation
  , ensuring all aspects are handled efficiently.

• 
  Support
  post-investment investor relationship management
  , fostering trust and open communication.

• 
  Managing Operational Finance:

• 
  Assist in
  managing accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
  with diligence and accuracy.

• 
  Support
  inventory control and management activities
  , ensuring efficient processes and accurate records.

• 
  Contribute to the
  preparation of financial reports
  in line in IFRS Accounting Standards
  and analysis
  , providing insightful data for sound judgement.

• 
  Assist in
  implementing and maintaining financial controls
  , ensuring the highest standards of compliance.

• 
  Support
  financial planning and forecasting activities
  , contributing to detailed plans.

• 
  Support
  audit preparation
  , ensuring thoroughness and accuracy.

• 
  Assist in preparing schedules relating to accounting for input financing for smallholder farmers.

• 
  Contribute to bank reconciliation processes and other treasury management activities.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 
  Bachelor's or Master's degree in
  Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
  .

• 
  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  , demonstrating the ability to dive deep into financial matters.

• 
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  , with a demonstrated ability to listen attentively and speak candidly.

• 
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  , with strong Excel skills for financial modelling and analysis.

• 
  Ability to
  work independently and as part of a team
  , taking ownership of responsibilities.

• 
  A passion for Babban Gona's mission
  , demonstrating a genuine desire to contribute to our impact.

• 
  A
  strong desire to learn and grow
  in a fast-paced environment, showing curiosity and a love for learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 
  Relevant internship or work experience in finance.

• 
  Knowledge of the agricultural sector in Nigeria

• 
  Knowledge of financial modelling.

Benefits

• 
  Competitive Salary
• 
  Paid Vacation
• 
  Sick Leave
• 
  Annual Performance Bonus
• 
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  Growth Opportunities: