Finance Graduate Trainee

About Us

As a leading provider of high-quality food and beverage ingredients, we work with farming communities across the globe to grow, source and produce ingredients that are good for consumers, farmers, and the world around us.  We supply household food brands and manufacturers worldwide with cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices ingredients which are often grown on our own farms and estates and sourced from hundreds of thousands of farmers across ~50 countries. Along with our diverse manufacturing and innovation capabilities, this means we can provide ingredients for a range of products, from a plant-based latte mix to an almond based snack bar or a dairy-free ice cream.  Making a positive impact on people and planet is a core component of our Purpose, to be the change for good food and a healthy future. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable, and transparent supply. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real. 

Job Purpose

To support the Finance team with invoice verification, SAP data entry, accounting records, and other routine accounting activities while gaining practical experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Review invoices for accuracy, completeness, and supporting documentation.
• Enter and process accounting transactions in SAP.
• Assist with account reconciliations and follow-up of discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documents.
• Support month-end and other routine accounting activities.
• Ensure transactions comply with internal procedures and OHADA accounting principles.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Recent graduate with basic accounting knowledge.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Good understanding of OHADA accounting principles.
• Good attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and French.
• Good team player with a willingness to learn.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

ofi is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to racial or ethnic origin, color, age, religion or belief, sex, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.