Summary
Location
Kigali
Type
internship
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About this role
The role includes, but is not exclusive to, the following. The Finance Associate may also from time to time be requested to work on projects outside this scope.
Account payables
Updating the A/P based on approved POs and Expense reports
Reconciling the A/P monthly to the supplier statement/invoice - For all major suppliers
Reconcile the AP Listing to the TB monthly
Updating payments on AP before the next payment run
Preparing payment runs before 14th, 23rd and 30th.
Prepare a cash plan on a monthly basis - for the subsidiaries that others do the same.
Banking
Weekly posting of direct debits and credits from bank statements
Monthly reconciliation for all accounts – Bank accounts, Petty cash and Flutterwave.
Reconciliations and bank statements are saved on Google Drive
Ensure that cash is safe-guarded and payments properly accounted for
Ensure that bank payments are properly authorized
Ensure that bank deposits and receipts are properly accounted for and with sufficient supporting documentation.
Financial reporting
Preparation of monthly Country reports by 12th of every month
Ensure that accounting records are accurate and up to date and that required monthly processing deadlines are met
Taxes and compliance
Prepare a monthly reconciliation of Sales as per VAT to sales as per Ledger.
Liaise with company auditors as necessary to ensure smooth annual audit process
Comply with local VAT, income tax, WHT and statutory reporting requirements (liaising with tax and other advisers as necessary)
General
Provide assistance to the Senior accountant as an when required
Understand and follow group accounting procedures (per finance manual) and ensure
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a business-related course or its equivalent.
CPA Part II, ACCA level II, or equivalent is the minimum requirement.
Six months of experience in accounts payable, billing and treasury.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (Excel, Word)
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
High level of integrity and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Other facts
About African Management Institute
AMI enables ambitious businesses across Africa to thrive. We deliver workplace learning that equips entrepreneurs and managers with the tools and training they need to succeed.
AMI combines online and mobile tools with in-person workshops and on-the-job practice. Tens of thousands of people have taken our programmes, executives to entry-level workers, in large and small companies across the continent.
What you'll do
- The Finance Intern will manage accounts payable, including updating records and reconciling monthly statements. Additionally, the role involves preparing financial reports and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
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