Job details
Description
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
- Assist in developing and maintaining an effective filing, archiving and record keeping systems both (hard copy & electronically) according to MC procedures.
- Prepare photocopies and scans of vouchers and other supporting documents required for HQ and donor reporting.
- Assist in ensuring proper documentation of payment vouchers and all other supporting documents.
- Assist in ensuring efficient, timely and accurate recording, payment and tracking of accounts payable.
- Assist in management of the office cash and office cash levels as per the office Cash Management Policy.
- Maintain the cash advance tracking sheet, follow up on un-cleared advances and ensure advances are reconciling with general ledger records.
- Assist in preparing and processing bank payments via checks.
- Assist in preparing payment vouchers ensuring proper documentation and recording to accounting system on daily basis.
- Assist in monthly amortization entries of prepaid accounts, account maintenance and reconciliations as part of month end closeout process.
- Assist with audit related requirements.
- Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
- Other duties as assigned.
Learning Objectives
The intern will:
- Gain experience in Finance and accounting Processes.
- Gain experience in time management.
- Learn communication skills.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting or CPA finalist/K.
- A good team player.
- A good sense of humor.
Mercy Corps interns and volunteers represent the agency both during and outside of work hours and are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.