Accounting Intern
Job Summary
We are seeking an Accounting Intern to support our Finance team with daily operations, reporting, and process improvement projects. This role offers hands-on experience in financial systems and reconciliation, perfect for a proactive student looking to learn. You will work alongside experienced professionals to gain a realistic understanding of accounting and finance functions.
Responsibilities
- Support accounts payable, receivable, and employee claims
- Prepare financial reports and perform reconciliations
- Assist in financial system implementation and documentation
- Contribute to workflow process improvements
- Support cross-functional finance projects
Required Skills
- Accounting or Finance student
- Proficiency in MS Office and Excel
- Understanding of accounting principles
- Detail-oriented and proactive
Job Details
### Key Responsibilities
- Core finance operations: Support day-to-day finance activities such as accounts payable and receivable, employee claims, and purchase requisitions, with increasing responsibility as you become familiar with our processes.
- Reporting and analysis: Prepare basic financial reports, perform reconciliations, and assist with variance analysis under guidance.
- System implementation support: Contribute to data checks and documentation as we roll out a new financial system – a chance to see how finance and technology intersect.
- Process improvement: Contribute to documenting existing workflows and suggest practical improvements, including the use of digital or AI-assisted tools where appropriate.
- Cross-functional exposure: Based on interest and performance, there may be opportunities to observe or assist with areas such as treasury, budgeting, audit preparation, or finance-related support for our business units (e.g. transport consultancy, events).
### Requirements
- Pursuing a diploma/degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Proficient in Excel and MS Office
- Detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn
- Prior internship experience is a plus, but not required
### What You’ll Gain
- Practical, hands-on experience in an in-house finance function
- Exposure to both routine finance tasks and project work
- Opportunities to take on broader responsibilities based on performance and initiative
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- A realistic understanding of what a career in accounting and finance involves