Finance Intern

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities, Deliverables / Outcomes

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks including journal entries, expense tracking, and reconciliation.
• Issuance of Purchase orders in Zoho in compliance with the procurement guidelines of the company.
• Review vendor invoices prior to payment for appropriate documentation
• Maintain and update accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Assist in preparing financial statements, MIS reports, and monthly closings.
• Perform general-ledger data entry in Zoho relating to vendor, staff salaries, staff cost, staff bonus and staff benefit accruals and payments and ensure entries are posted accurately and timely.
• Monitor bank transactions and assist in bank reconciliations.
• Organize and maintain financial documentation in compliance with internal and statutory policies.
• Assist with internal audits and documentation as required.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial data integrity.
• Gain proficiency in Zoho Books through provided learning materials and apply knowledge to daily tasks.
• Identify areas for automation and improvement in accounting processes.
• Reconciling & maintaining accurate and up-to-date vendor records, including contact information, payment terms, and other relevant data
• Follow up and close all petty cash imprest / advances paid to staff
• Receiving, reviewing, recording and processing employee reimbursement expenses, ensuring that all expenses are properly documented, approved according to company policies and procedures
• Maintaining positive interpersonal relationships with team members and other departments / staff by demonstrating productivity, initiative, flexibility, cooperation, and commitment to the success of Finance team

Key Skills

• Strong academic background in finance, commerce, or accounting (B.Com, M.Com, BBA, MBA Finance)
•  Sound understanding of accounting principles such as double-entry, accruals, and ledgers.
•  Theoretical knowledge with financial statements (P&L, Trail Balance, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
•  Good Excel skills, including use of formulas and spreadsheets for data analysis.
•  Analytical mindset with the ability to identify discrepancies and maintain accuracy in records.

Key Competencies

•  Attention to Detail
• Willingness to Learn
• Integrity & Accountability
• Communication
• Organization / Planning : Time Management