Intern, Accounting

Position Title: Intern , Accounting 

Location :  Nairobi Regional Office

 Internship Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension

Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. Winrock matches innovative approaches in agriculture, natural resources management, clean energy, and leadership development with the unique needs of its partners. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.

Terms of Reference

Winrock International is looking for an Accounting Intern who’s looking for a great way to launch his/her career. If you are seeking new challenges and additional responsibilities that will give you the opportunity to work in a busy accounting office, this is the job for you. You will assist in preparing financial transactions and reporting for the Nairobi Regional Office, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will have a hands-on role with significant expectations to contribute both technically and culturally. The role will report directly to the Regional Accounting Manager.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing monthly financial reports for the Nairobi Regional Office. Support preparation of expenditures for all financial activities and submission for review and approval. Prepare monthly remittances to government agencies timely. Initiate Nairobi - QuickBooks data entry and maintenance, generation of monthly financial reports and schedules. Assist in preparing Nairobi Regional Office monthly wire requests and ensure financial reports are complete, accurate, and compliant with Winrock policies and procedures. Elevate financial/accounting-related problems to the supervisor to offer resolution, as and when seen appropriate. Prepare vendor files and related accounting records, such as leases and contracts; ensure file maintenance is compliant with Winrock’s retention policies, procedures, and local requirements. Prepare accounts’ payables, receivables, payroll support, staff advances, and accruals schedules, ensuring that they are complete, tracked and monitored regularly. Perform any other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or the equivalent (recent graduate within 12 months of graduation) Certified Public Accountant Level 2 Knowledge of MS Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint Analytical and computer skills, especially spreadsheet and financial analysis Good problem solving, documentation and analytical skills, the ability to identify the problem and find a solution Great teamwork and communication skills

Work Schedule

40 hours/week, 8am to 5pm Nairobi Time Monday to Friday

Work Location

Work from home. May need to report to the office located in WestEnd Towers, SOLIS Offices, 6th Floor, office A1 when needed.

Application

Application Deadline: 4th August 2023