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Finance Intern at erpSOFTapp, Lagos, Nigeria

Are you a logical thinker willing to explore various industries, markets, sectors and countries with emerging economies? Do you enjoy interacting with people?

We are seeking a Finance Intern to join our team.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The finance intern will be responsible for undertaking the implementation of accounts onto an accounting system.
• Ability to record the trading activity of a company and implement onto a system with being able to create a true trading position by reviewing Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, P and L, General Ledger,  Aged debtors reports, etc and verify the full chart of accounts.
• A knowledge of IFRS is desirable.
• Ability to work within a project team of accountants

Operational:

• Reconciling various company’s accounts within an implementation project.
• Reviewing and implementing ledgers on assets, liabilities, income, expenses and equity to provide relevant information to Management.
• Ability to monitor and review creditors and debtors ledgers

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

• Quality, adequacy and accuracy of documentation.
• Accuracy of reconciliation documentation.
• Timeliness and accuracy of management reports
• Strong experience of using spreadsheets
• Can manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate Accountancy qualification
• Key knowledge of basic accounting principles and double entry is a must