We’re excited to announce an internship opportunity at our East Africa Regional Office based in Nairobi, Kenya. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, we are deeply committed to empowering vulnerable children across various backgrounds, even in the most challenging circumstances, guided by our Christian faith. Joining our team means contributing to the transformation of children’s lives and experiencing the fulfillment of making a positive impact.
Description: We are seeking a dedicated intern to join our Finance and Administration team. This position provides a dynamic learning environment within a diverse and efficient team, offering valuable experience in a fast-paced finance and administration unit. The selected candidate will be involved in several key areas, including accounts payable, cash management, inter-office payment settlement, document management, and administrative support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable Function:
- Processing cheques and online payments with proper documentation.
- Monthly creditor reconciliations and resolution of pending items.
- Collaborating with the Finance officer for bank reconciliation.
- Cash/Advance Settlement Management:
- Processing cash requests and coordinating with bank tellers.
- Allocation of balance sheet accounts relating to advances.
- Managing corporate credit card expenses.
- Inter-office Payment Settlement System Operations:
- Account allocation and reconciliation of inter-office payment settlement system accounts.
- Ensuring timely payments through tracking and allocation.
- Document Management and Archiving:
- Maintaining records of financial documents using tracking tools.
- Ensuring proper filing, legibility, and condition of documents.
- Retrieving information for internal and external requests.
- Administrative Roles:
- Supporting events and facilities management.
- Assisting with other administrative tasks as assigned.
- Participating in finance review meetings and learning activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Commerce in Finance/Accounting or equivalent.
- CPA Level II upwards.
- Proficiency in accounting software like SUN System.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office packages effectively.
Period and Location: This internship runs from May 2024 to October 31, 2024, at our Nairobi office, Kenya.
Benefits: This internship provides an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced Finance and Administration professionals, ideal for a flexible, energetic young professional eager to learn. A small monthly stipend will be provided.
Application Deadline: Applications close on May 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM.
We welcome applications from candidates who resonate with our mission and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children. Apply now to be part of our team and contribute to transforming lives!
