Finance Intern at Plan International

Role Purpose

• The internship program in Plan International Nigeria provides on-the-job training in Financial management & reporting, program management, research and data gathering skills, communication, people skills, and work ethics.
• It enhances the educational experience through practical and guided hands-on exposure and involvement in Plan Nigeria’s projects as well as providing exposure to the working environment of a multilateral organization and a better understanding of Plan Nigeria’s goals and activities.

Dimensions of the Role

• Implementation of financial management processes, protocols and systems.

Key End Results and typical Responsibilities
Accounting software operations and reporting:

• Prepare payment, journal and receipt vouchers using the corporate accounting software - SAP.
• To work for Plan International as a Finance intern with a strong grasp of accounting principles, employing skills in reconciling accounts payable schedules and effectively maintaining of financial records.
• Support program staff in making payments to participants during activities.
• Maintain good filing for all vouchers in their respective files to ensure easy retrieval.
• Ensure that all financial document is scanned and archived on PIN’S cloud.
• To assist with bookkeeping activities and ensure that every accounting transaction is accurate and there are no discrepancies.
• Support with preparation of Withholding tax, VAT, Pension and other statutory deduction schedules where relevant.
• Ensure that all NHF Cards are updated and ready on request.
• Perform any other duties as specified by your supervisor(s).  

Skills Specific to the post needed to put knowledge into practice:

• Basic financial skills
• Possession of good report writing skills
• Passion for learning and development.
• Good computer literacy skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of Nigeria’s policy environment
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including good listening skills, influencing, negotiation.
• Capacity to build and maintain relationships and to work effectively in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment respecting diversity.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Accounting or HND in Financial Accounting or relevant professional qualifications equivalent.
• Completion of National Youth Service with less than 1-year working experience.
• Proven strong academic track record.
• Knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and standards.
• Language skills; written and spoken proficiency in English.
• Internet proficiency, as well as proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.

Desirable:

• Strong communication skills: oral and written.
• Experience in use of SAP (Added advantage)
• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations
• Ability to carry strenuous office duties of lifting heavy items.
• Familiar with international donors.