Finance Intern

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Finance Specialist, the Finance Intern will be responsible for supporting a variety of tasks and work packages, including review of general ledger accounts, creation of journal entries as part of his/her internship period. 

We are seeking a motivated and passionate individual who may have a background in finance or a related function, with some working knowledge of accounting desirable. 

However, as internships are designed to be valuable learning experiences, previous work experience is not a requirement.

Some of the specific tasks may include, but are not limited to:

1. SUPPORT FINANCE GROUP OVERALL 

2. ASSIST IN FINANCE RELATED KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES 

3. TAKE PART TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF TEAM PROJECTS

1. SUPPORT FINANCE GROUP

• Support the different teams on a wide range of tasks related to analysis of financial data, daily operations with field offices, reporting, reconciliations among many other tasks.

• Learn the chart of accounts and related accounting entries to resolve potential issues under GL accounts

• Gain understanding and support with compilation and consolidation of data.

• Communicates with colleagues/clients in areas requiring verification, corrections, and additional information.

• Reviews supporting documents ensuring completeness and accuracy.

• Support the review of existing processes and contribute to build new more efficient ones with a strong focus on excellence;

• Provides support on ad-hoc matters

At the end of this internship, the successful candidate will have gained: 

• Exposure to and experience in dealing with oneUNOPS ERP, general ledger accounting and financial management  at the corporate level;

• Exposure to financial data in the context of development and public procurement;

• Exposure to an international multicultural work environment and team;

• Exposure to collaborating with colleagues at headquarters and country offices.

Education:

• Applicants must be enrolled in a university degree such as a Bachelor, Masters, or have graduated within three years prior to the application date of the internship.

• The preferred candidate would have a degree in or pursuing studies in the areas of finance, accounting,  admin, communications, international relations, economics, business,or other related areas.

Experience: 

• Experience in Google workspace (Google Docs,  Google Slides) and advanced knowledge of Google sheets.

• Experience in use of ERP system is an asset

• Experience in use of SharePoint is an asset

Language: 

• Full working knowledge of English.  

• Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.