Accounting Intern

Role Overview

This position places you inside the finance team of a Level 4 multi-specialty hospital in Laikipia County, where you will support everyday accounting operations and administrative workflows. Your work keeps patient billing, supplier payments, and internal financial records accurate and audit-ready, giving you direct exposure to how a busy medical facility manages its money. You will learn by doing, rotating through transaction recording, reconciliations, and stock-related tasks under the guidance of experienced finance staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Post daily financial transactions into the hospital's accounting system with accuracy and proper supporting documentation.
• Prepare and verify invoices, official receipts, and payment vouchers before they are processed.
• Perform structured data entry and keep both physical and digital filing systems organized for quick retrieval.
• Maintain up-to-date accounting records and flag any discrepancies or missing documentation to senior staff.
• Assist with internal and external audit preparations by pulling records, schedules, and reconciliations as requested.
• Take part in stock-taking exercises and help match physical counts against system balances.
• Support bank reconciliation processes by comparing bank statements with internal ledgers and investigating variance.
• Help manage petty cash records, including verifying receipts and tracking reimbursements.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A recent Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field, or an active CPA certificate.
• Solid grounding in fundamental accounting principles such as double-entry bookkeeping, accruals, and basic financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets, formulas, and basic data sorting or filtering.
• Comfort with standard computer applications used for email, documentation, and routine reporting.
• Strong numerical accuracy and analytical thinking, especially when reconciling figures or spotting errors.
• High attention to detail and the ability to maintain orderly records under deadlines.
• Good time management and organizational skills to balance multiple daily tasks.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to assist team members across the finance department.
• Problem-solving ability to investigate discrepancies and suggest practical corrective actions.

What We Offer / Why Join

This internship is designed as a practical launchpad for your accounting career. You will gain hands-on experience in financial record keeping, reporting, and compliance within a real hospital environment, while developing discipline and confidence in handling daily finance operations. The role also provides exposure to audit preparation and stock management, giving you a well-rounded foundation to advance toward professional certification or full-time positions.