Strategic Finance Associate

Who we are

Fido empowers millions across Africa to take control of their finances with ease. As a leader in cutting-edge financial technology, Fido clears the way for building credit, securing instant loans, making smart investments, and obtaining tailored insurance. No banker’s hours, no hidden fees - just endless opportunities.

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From city centers to rural communities, Fido is breaking barriers and creating financial freedom, providing access to innovative tools and services that foster growth and empowerment. By leveraging advanced technology, Fido is shaping a future of opportunity and financial inclusion across the continent.

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Join the team and be a part of leading this transformative change, driving impact where it matters most.

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What you will do

We’re looking for a Strategic Finance Associate to help drive strategic initiatives across Fido. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of finance and strategy, supporting key decision making. You’ll be responsible for building financial models, conducting research, driving and analyzing M&A, assessing business opportunities and creating compelling presentations for executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage company financial models
• Support strategic initiatives led by the CEO office
• Drive M&A analysis and execution
• Develop corporate materials for the executive team
• Collaborate with Finance, Risk and Corporate Development teams to align strategic and financial drivers and assumptions
  
  

• 1-3 years in Investment Banking, Corporate Development, Private Equity or Big 4
• Bachelor's in Accounting / Economics / Statistics or a related field
• Business-level fluency in English
• Excellent financial modeling skills
• Ability to turn numbers into narratives
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable owning workstreams end to end