Accounts Intern

Job Title: Accounts Intern
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Job Purpose:
Our client, a reputable professional services firm providing accounting, tax, payroll, audit, and advisory services to a diverse client base, is seeking to recruit an Accounts Intern to support the finance and accounting function.

The successful candidate will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reconciliations, preparing financial documentation, and providing support in audit, tax, and payroll-related processes while gaining practical experience in a professional services environment.

• Assist in preparation and maintenance of accounting records and financial documents.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Assist in bank reconciliations and ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and update accounting systems.
• Support payroll processing and statutory deductions preparation.
• Assist in preparation of financial reports and schedules.
• Ensure proper filing and documentation of financial records.
• Support audit and tax compliance assignments as required.
• Perform any other accounting duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA(K) qualification or ongoing CPA studies will be an added advantage.
• 2-3 years experience in accounting, finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.