Intern - Finance and Administration at Amnesty International

ABOUT THE ROLE

the finance and office intern will assist the Finance and Office manager in the organisational (finance, administration, office maintenance and facilities and IT) functions of Amnesty International Nigeria's Office.

ABOUT YOU

The suitable candidate must have experience in the use of Quickbooks, to post entries, reconcile accounts and monthly bank reconciliation. A practical work experience of 4 years will be required. Should have experience dealing with suppliers, officers within government administration functions and external contracts; experience dealing with suppliers, officers within government administration functions and external contracts; experience of monitoring budgets and an ability to identify budget problems and communicate to the relevant staff; bookkeeping and payroll experience etc.

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement with the aim to end human rights abuses. Independent, international, and influential; we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. Amnesty International Nigeria is a national entity that is part of the global and we campaign for meaningful human rights change to build a culture of respect for human rights in Nigeria.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the financial control of Nigeria Office's activities through the preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and by ensuring adherence of the office to all policies
• Assist in the audit process and in the timely preparation of the annual statutory accounts, tax returns and other relevant reporting requirements
• Assist in timely preparation of accurate monthly management accounts forecast and annual budgets
• Assist the Finance and Office Manager in the coordination of administrative operations
• Assist in the maintenance of office infrastructure including facility management, power management, equipment maintenance and asset management (maintaining inventory of properties/assets).
• Support IT systems procurement and maintenance and liaise with IT providers and the International Secretariate IT team in London as appropriate.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A degree in accounting, business administration, finance or related field or relevant professional qualifications. A masters' degree or a professonail qualification is an advantage.
• Experience in the use of Quickbooks, to post entries, reconcile accounts and monthly bank reconciliation is mandatory
• Possess a high level of resilience, initiative and drive, is creative and able to be flexible and change orientation as required.
• Good working knowledge of standard Office software e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook
• Good financial acumen or numeracy skills.
• Experience dealing with suppliers, officers within government administration functions and external contracts; ideally will have maintained a relevant local network etc

Please note that this role is based in Nigeria. Only those legally authorized to work in Nigeria are advised to apply for this job.

There will be a 3-month probation period for all postholders. 

For detailed information about the role, please see the JDs below.

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N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.