Purpose of Role
As an intern in the finance department, you will assist with various tasks that are vital to our daily operations. This role will help you understand the inner workings of finance but also equip you with valuable skills in the industry.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
Processing Daily Payments to Third Parties
In this role, you will assist in processing payments to vendors and service providers. This involves:
- Understanding different payment methods (e.g., bank transfers, checks).
- Ensuring that all payment details are accurate to avoid delays.
- Recognizing the importance of timely payments to maintain good relationships with our partners.
Preparing Documents for Verification by Superior
You will help prepare various financial documents that require verification. This includes:
- Collecting invoices and payment requests.
- Organizing documents for review by your supervisor.
- Understanding the verification process, which is crucial for maintaining financial accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Assisting in Journal Posting
You will also assist in journal posting, which is a key part of our accounting process. This involves:
- Learning how to record financial transactions accurately in our accounting system.
- Understanding how journal entries contribute to our overall financial reporting.
- Recognizing the importance of accuracy in journal posting to ensure reliable financial statements.
Requirements:
- Basic understanding of different payment methods (e.g., bank transfers, checks) and attention to detail when processing payments.
- Ability to collect, organize, and prepare financial documents (such as invoices and payment requests) for supervisor verification.
- Willingness to learn and accurately record financial transactions in the accounting system through journal posting.
- Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, relevant accounting software and spreadsheet tools for managing financial data.
- Strong communication skills to ask questions, seek feedback, and collaborate effectively with supervisors and team members.
