Finance Intern at I Choose Life - Africa (ICL)

Key deliverables

• Ensured proper bookkeeping, maintaining accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepared bank reconciliation, debtors and creditors reconciliation
• Filed payment vouchers ,receipts, stamping them paid and following up on any issue raised during internal audit
• Assisted in budget preparation and ensured its proper implementation to minimize variance
• Processed payments, released cheques and ensured creditors are paid on time
• Received financial reports from the field and reviewed prior posting and payment processing
• Ensured that all procurement procedures and policies are adhered to
• Ensured petty cash and working advances are well accounted for before presenting to project accountant for processing
• Processed statutory deductions and ensured compliance to the various bodies e.g. KRA, NSSF, NHIF, Pension etc.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Relevant Business Field.
• At least CPA II qualification
• A minimum of 6 months experience in any organization preferably in the finance or accounts department will be an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer literacy skills especially in MS Excel.
• Proven ability to multi-task and process information within the timelines.
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Proven ability to solve problems independently with minimal supervision.
• Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment.
• Possess the ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Working knowledge of Navision will be an added advantage
• Strong ability to work multi task and meeting expected deadlines.