Finance Intern at Save the Children

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Category: Accounting, Audit, Finance, Internship

Industry: Non-Profit Organization Management

Education: Diploma

Salary: Present in the Interview

Employment Type: Internship

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-or Finance Intern to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in financial management within a global non-profit organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and budgets.
• Support the processing of financial transactions and maintain accounting records.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Participate in audits and contribute to financial assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the finance team.

Financial accounting and Treasury

• Supports the finance team members in invoice reconciliation on the ProSave platform by reviewing documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepares Mpesa Payment Vouchers authorization and payment.
• Supports the finance team in the filing and archiving process to ensure safeguarding of finance documents and ease of document retrieval
• Prepares the General Ledger and Cash Offline Spreadsheets (GLACOS), ensuring accuracy in charge codes. 
• Supports with the monthly bank reconciliation process.
• Supports in processing monthly payroll statutory deductions to the regulatory authorities.
• Prepares General Ledger and Cash Offline Spreadsheet for posting in the financial system.
• Back up of finance documents in DMS on a timely manner
• Performs single account/balance sheet account reconciliations on a weekly basis, preparing schedules for review by the Finance Officer.
• Prepares adjustments and reallocation Journals.
• Cooperates and assists with audit requirements.
• Ensures compliance with SCI rules and regulation in day to day execution of duties
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Others

• Uploading Manual payments in Pro-Save and ensure they are approved for payment.
• Support with proper archiving of financial supporting documents.

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, and achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:

• sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same
• widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
• future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale

Collaboration:

• builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members, external partners and supporters
• values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous internship or volunteer experience in a similar role is a plus.

Perks and Benefits

• Gain hands-on experience in financial management within a leading non-profit organization.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse and passionate team committed to making a difference in children's lives.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.
• Potential for future career opportunities within Save the Children.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

For more information about Save the Children, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.org.