Urgent Action Fund-Africa Finance Intern Jobs in Kenya

Urgent Action Fund-Africa Finance Intern Jobs in Kenya; The position will provide support to the Finance and Operations portfolio by ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. Under close supervision and the direct guidance of the team, the Intern will assist with routine tasks including data entry, filing, organising financial documents, supporting the payment and reconciliation processes, and maintaining records.

Job Specifications

Support the Finance team by organising and assessing supporting documents for payment vouchers under supervision, ensuring all required information is included

Manage petty cash under supervision, including disbursement, reconciliation, and replenishment

Assist in monthly bank, petty cash and credit card reconciliations, flagging discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution

Support the verification and tagging of assets and help maintain an updated asset register

Assist in the preparation and issuance of Local Purchase Orders (LPOs), ensuring compliance with procurement procedures

Organise and file financial documentation for easy retrieval and audit readiness

Provide support during external and internal audits, including preparation of schedules and retrieval of supporting documentation

Assist with supplier reconciliations, resolving outstanding issues in collaboration with the procurement and admin teams

Perform supplier due diligence checks, including anti-money laundering (AML) and compliance reviews

Support the Finance team in data entry into accounting software and preparation of financial reports

Assist in reviewing staff accountability documents such as travel advances and expense reports

Other Responsibilities

Support the Finance team in generating periodic financial reports and updates for internal use and external stakeholders, as guided

Assist in maintaining timely and professional communication with vendors, suppliers,

and contractors, particularly regarding payments, reconciliations, and compliance documentation

Any other responsibilities as assigned within the portfolio

Person Specifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Studies or related field

CPA Part I or equivalent

At least 2 years’ relevant work experience working in or with organisations in Africa, preferably women’s rights or social justice-oriented organisations

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office applications. Experience working with QuickBooks software is an added advantage

Excellent written and verbal communications in English

Strong analytical, presentation, planning and organisational skills

Strong attention to detail, integrity, and ability to maintain confidentiality

A proactive attitude and readiness to learn on the job

Passionate about UAF-Africa’s mission, committed to teamwork, and achieving results, including a commitment to trust-based transformative grantmaking, community-led development, and grassroots movement building

Experience working in a virtual setup with seamless task coordination, managing multiple deadlines

Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned, in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment


How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Urgent Action Fund-Africa Finance Intern Jobs in Kenya

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