Finance Intern (Internship)

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyze partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all. Visit snv.org for more information.

Context and Purpose of the Job

This internship will provide the selected candidate with hands-on experience in the finance and accounting operations of the organization. A Finance Intern is a support role within a finance or accounting department. The primary responsibility is to assist in the daily financial operations, check that all required supporting documents are ensuring accuracy in financial records, by using SAP ByDesign to enter and update payments, and support the overall routine activities in the Treasury and Disbursement department.

OBJECTIVE OF THE INTERNSHIP

The main objective of the Finance Internship is to support the finance team in carrying out day-to-day tasks and to gain practical exposure to financial processes such as accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.

The selected candidate will have hands-on experience in the finance and accounting operations of the organization and have a support role within a finance or accounting department. The primary responsibility of a finance assistant is to assist in the daily financial operations, check that all required supporting documents are ensuring accuracy in financial records, by using SAP By Design to enter and update payments and support the overall routine activities in the Treasury and Disbursement department.

• Check that all required supporting documents (e.g., purchase orders, delivery receipts, contracts) are attached to the invoice.
• Use SAP ByDesign to enter and update payment. Ensure that all transactions are coded accurately based on project codes, cost centers, and appropriate budget lines.
• Create down payment entries in SAP ByDesign, ensuring the down payment is allocated correctly to the corresponding project codes.
• Process invoices, receipts, and payments, ensuring accurate documentation.
• Ensure that all financial documents comply with SNV’s internal financial policies and Ethiopian accounting standards.
• Ensure that invoices and payment requests have the necessary approvals before being processed for payment in SAP.
• Prepare letters to Awash Bank for initiating payments, including details such as the recipient,
• Assist with audits and support external auditors as needed
• Assist in the monthly tax payment process for Treasury officers.

Educational Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of 0-1 years’ experience.

Additional Skills:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
• Proficiency in computer applications such as the Microsoft Office suite.

Contract Type: Internship

Expected start date: April 1, 2025

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Contract Duration: Nine months with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability.

 

How to Apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on March 6, 2025. Please submit your application only via: Smart Recruiters.

All information will be kept in the strictest confidentiality.

If your experience and skills match the position’s requirements, we will contact you to advise on the next steps in the recruitment process.

Working at SNV  

SNV offers a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an internal and global network of experts.

At SNV, inclusivity is at the heart of our ethos. We celebrate the diversity of our workforce and uphold a policy of non-discrimination based on factors such as disability status, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and more.

Vetting

SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for both nationally and internationally determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct“. This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.