Finance Intern

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Prepare and send customer invoices and follow up on outstanding receivables.

Bank Reconciliation:

• Reconcile bank statements with the company’s financial records regularly.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
• Financial Record Keeping:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

General Ledger Maintenance:

• Assist in maintaining the general ledger by posting journal entries and performing account reconciliations.
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately.
• Expense Management:
• Process employee expense claims and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Monitor and reconcile company credit card transactions.

Payroll Support:

• Assist with payroll processing and ensure timely payment of salaries.
• Maintain payroll records and handle related queries.

Administrative Support:

• Provide administrative support to the Finance department as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of financial documents and reports for audits.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Assist in preparing documents for external audits and regulatory reporting.

Ad Hoc Tasks:

Undertake other accounting and finance-related tasks as assigned by the Senior Accountant or Finance Manager.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification like CPA, ACCA

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in an accounting or finance internship.

Skills and Competencies:

• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Certifications:
• Relevant certifications such as AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) or similar are desirable but not required.