Accountant Specialist

About PalmPay
PalmPay is a leading neobank and fintech platform scaling financial inclusion across emerging markets. With over 40 million users, we’re building a digital financial ecosystem that empowers individuals and businesses through accessible, easy-to-use, and rewarding financial services.
Operating in Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, and Bangladesh, PalmPay has been recognised by CNBC as one of the Top 300 Global Fintech Companies and ranked #2 overall and #1 in financial services on the Financial Times’ Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2025 list.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accountant Specialist to join our Finance team in Bangladesh. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting day-to-day financial operations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in fintech or financial services, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including Cash Book, Bank Book, and Party Ledger.
• Generate and review daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Assist in preparing Trial Balance, Profit & Loss Statement, and Cash Flow Statement on a monthly basis.
• Verify and process payroll components (salary, overtime, bonuses, allowances) for accuracy.
• Reconcile bank statements and manage daily cash disbursements.
• Review vouchers, expenditures, and bills to ensure compliance with company guidelines.
• Prepare and make bank deposits, and reconcile transportation or vendor bills.
• Ensure proper TDS & VDS deductions in all payments as per Bangladesh regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Communicate daily with PalmPay’s global finance team to ensure accurate reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, local tax laws, and company policies.
• Perform any other finance-related tasks assigned by management.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, BBA, or Commerce.
• Partly qualified CA.CC (Chartered Accountancy) will be given preference.
• 3–5 years of experience in Accounts & Finance, preferably in fintech, banking, MFS, or audit firms.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or ERP systems) and advanced MS Excel.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Good team player with effective communication skills in Bangla and English.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards.
• Yearly performance review and annual salary increment.
• Two festival bonuses per year.
• Mobile and internet allowances.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing multinational fintech company with regional career growth potential.