--- title: 'Junior Accountant at Wahed' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/junior-accountant-wahed-abuja-pvpdtccz095d' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-10' --- # Junior Accountant at Wahed - **Company:** Wahed - **Location:** Abuja, Nigeria - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-08-27 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/wahed.com/b144b37a-36ab-4e63-8386-59f8a8faae96 ## Job description About Wahed:The global financial system wasn't built for everyone. For millions of people, its reliance on interest (riba) creates a barrier to managing money and building wealth without compromising their values. At Wahed, we're changing that. We are a global fintech company on a mission to build a new financial system—one that is ethical, accessible, and entirely interest-free. From our offices across the globe, our team is building products that were once deemed impossible, from pioneering Shariah-compliant equity ETFs, creating true riba-free alternatives to high yield savings accounts, to creating no-leverage real estate investments for truly interest-free income producing assets. If you're driven to solve complex problems and believe finance should empower, not exclude, join us in building a more equitable financial future. Job Brief:Wahed is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to support the finance and operational setup of our Nigeria business.This role will play a critical part during the launch phase and beyond, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, strong internal controls, and smooth day-to-day financial operations.The Junior Accountant will work closely with the Nigeria Country Head and the global finance team to ensure that financial processes are aligned with both Nigerian regulatory requirements and Wahed’s global standards. Job Description: - Maintain accurate financial records in line with IFRS and Nigerian regulations - Perform bank and account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies - Support preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports - Assist with tax filings including VAT, WHT, and PAYE compliance - Support financial documentation for regulatory and audit requirements - Track expenses and support budgeting activities - Coordinate with global finance teams to align local reporting standards - Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies Job Specification: - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline. - 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in:Financial services FinTech, Asset management, Banking - ACA (in progress or completed) or ACCA certification is an advantage. - Solid understanding of IFRS and Nigerian tax regulations. - Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Oracle, or similar ERP systems). - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. ## About Wahed ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Wahed is a digital Halal investing platform that makes Shariah-compliant, ethical investing accessible and affordable for a global audience. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series A) - **Headquarters**: New York, NY, USA - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Mohsin Siddiqui (CEO) and co‑founders (not publicly detailed) ## Core Business - **Industry**: Financial Services – Digital Investment / Islamic Finance - **Target Customers**: B2C – individual investors seeking Shariah‑compliant portfolios; also serves B2B through ETF products. - **Mission**: “Create a Riba‑free society” by providing easy, values‑aligned investing tools. ## Products & Services - **Wahed Invest Platform**: A robo‑advisory service that builds and manages diversified, Shariah‑compliant portfolios based on risk tolerance and time horizon. (SaaS/Fintech) - **HLAL ETF** (NASDAQ): The first Halal equity ETF listed on NASDAQ, offering diversified U.S. large‑cap exposure compliant with Islamic principles. (ETF) - **SPUS ETF** (NASDAQ): An ESG‑aware and Shariah‑compliant ETF tracking U.S. companies with strong environmental, social, and governance practices. (ETF) - **KWIN ETF** (launched 2025): A thematic ETF focused on halal‑compliant investments in emerging markets. (ETF) - **Zakat Calculator & Purification Reporting**: Tools to help users calculate Zakat and simplify purification of non‑compliant income. (Feature) ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric**: **400,000+ customers** globally (as of 2025) | Total funding of ~$34M+ (Seed £6M, Series A $25M, Venture round, Debt $3M) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Specific investor names are not publicly detailed in available sources; the company is backed by a mix of venture and debt investors. Shariah Committee of senior Islamic finance scholars oversees product compliance. - **Growth Signals**: 13.8% headcount growth YoY (137 employees); expansion into Nigeria, South Africa, and UAE; launch of KWIN ETF; 43,784 LinkedIn followers (+18% YoY). ## Competitive Advantages - **First‑mover** in digital Halal robo‑advisory with a global footprint (US, UK, Malaysia, UAE, Nigeria, India, South Africa). - **Independent Shariah Committee** provides continuous certification and oversight – a key trust differentiator. - **NASDAQ‑listed ETFs** (HLAL, SPUS) offer institutional‑grade access to Shariah‑compliant investing. - **Integrated Zakat & purification tools** reduce friction for observant investors. ## Strategic Focus - **Geographic expansion** into high‑potential Muslim‑majority markets (Nigeria, South Africa, UAE). - **Product innovation** through thematic ETFs (KWIN) and ESG‑aligned offerings. - **Scaling the customer base** beyond 400k by simplifying onboarding and increasing financial literacy content. ## Why Work Here - **Mission‑driven environment** – employees report feeling empowered by the company’s goal of creating a Riba‑free society. - **Global, diverse team** – workforce spans 15 countries, with offices in New York, London, Kuala Lumpur, Sharjah, Abuja, Mumbai, Abu Dhabi, and Johannesburg. - **Hybrid/remote‑friendly** – roles listed as “Hybrid” or “Remote” on the careers page; flexible work arrangements. - **Growth opportunities** – 13.8% headcount growth and expanding product lines offer career advancement. - **Culture quotes**: “Wahed is a wonderful place to work… innovative and inspiring environment, backed by incredible leadership” and “empowered me to accomplish heights in my career at a pace that I wouldn’t have achieved elsewhere.” ## Sources 1. [wahed.com](https://www.wahed.com/) 2. [wahed.com/who-are-we](https://www.wahed.com/who-are-we) 3. [wahed.com/global/career](https://www.wahed.com/global/career) 4. [jobs.lever.co/wahed.com](https://jobs.lever.co/wahed.com/) 5. 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