Accounts intern at Royal Mabati Factory

Job Purpose

• The Accounts Intern will support the Finance Department in carrying out day-to-day accounting and financial administration activities. The role provides practical exposure to accounting processes, financial record management, reconciliations, and reporting while enabling the intern to develop professional skills in a dynamic work environment.

Job Description

Financial Records Management

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records.
• Organize, file, and archive financial documents in both physical and electronic formats.
• Ensure supporting documentation is complete and properly referenced.

Accounts Payable Support

• Assist in verifying supplier invoices and supporting documents.
• Prepare payment vouchers for review and approval.
• Update supplier payment records and maintain filing systems.

Accounts Receivable Support

• Assist in recording customer receipts and maintaining debtor records.
• Support follow-up on outstanding customer balances where required.
• Help reconcile customer accounts.

Cash and Bank Transactions

• Assist in recording daily cash and bank transactions.
• Support bank reconciliations by matching transactions and identifying variances.
• Help maintain accurate cashbook records.

Data Entry and Accounting Systems

• Capture financial transactions accurately into the accounting system.
• Update financial databases and spreadsheets.
• Verify the accuracy of entered data and report discrepancies.

Financial Reporting Support

• Assist in preparing schedules and reports required for monthly financial reporting.
• Compile supporting documentation for financial analysis.
• Support preparation of statutory reports where applicable.

Audit and Compliance

• Assist in preparing documents required for internal and external audits.
• Ensure financial records comply with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.

 Administrative Support

• Assist with general finance office administration.
• Receive and distribute finance-related documents.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field (ongoing or recently completed).
• CPA Part I or II is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with accounting software is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.