Finance Intern

About the Role

The Finance Intern will support the Finance Department in carrying out day-to-day accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, processing financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with the organization's financial policies and procedures. This internship provides practical experience in accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliation, and financial management.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable and Payment Processing
• Assist in reviewing payment requests and verifying supporting documentation, including invoices, purchase orders, and approvals.
• Support the preparation and processing of supplier payments and staff reimbursements.
• Maintain accurate and organized payment documentation.
• Proper filing and documentation of accounting records.
• Accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Fixed Assets Management
• Assist in maintaining and updating the Fixed Asset Register (FAR).
• Support the recording of fixed asset acquisitions, transfers, disposals, and depreciation.
• Prepare asset tagging files and supporting documentation to facilitate the asset tagging process.
• Assist in the physical tagging of assets and periodic inventory verification exercises.
• Participate in the physical verification and reconciliation of fixed assets and inventory records.
• Assist in reconciling the Fixed Asset Register with the general ledger.
• Support the identification and documentation of asset discrepancies and follow up on necessary corrections.
• Financial Reporting and Month-End Closing
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and account reconciliations.
• Assist in reviewing financial transactions for accuracy and completeness.
• Support the preparation of the Counterpart Fund Annual Report, including compiling, reviewing, and reconciling the required financial information and supporting documentation.
• Audit Support and Documentation
• Assist in preparing and organizing documentation requested by internal and external auditors.
• Support the retrieval of financial records and supporting documents for audit purposes.
• Maintain proper filing and archiving of accounting records.
• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of financial information.
• Other Responsibilities
• Support the Finance team with other assigned accounting activities.
• Participate in departmental meetings and relevant training sessions.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration with an accounting concentration, or a related field, either recently completed or in its final year.
• CPA or ACCA qualified, or currently at an advanced level of the CPA or ACCA professional qualification is an added advantage.
• Technical Skills
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Basic understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounting.
• Required Competencies
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• High standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments.