The County Assembly of Bungoma is hiring Interns for Finance & Accounts in Bungoma. You'll support financial transactions, maintain accurate records, and assist in reporting. We seek Kenyan graduates with degrees in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce, who have recently completed their studies. If you are detail-oriented and eager to gain hands-on experience in public finance management, submit your application!
The County Assembly of Bungoma, in pursuance of its mandate in youth empowerment and human resource development, invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyan graduates for its Internship Programme for the Financial Year 2025/2026.
This programme is a strategic initiative designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional practice, equipping young Kenyans with hands-on experience while contributing to the operational effectiveness of the Assembly. Successful candidates will be mentored by seasoned professionals across various departments and will gain invaluable exposure to the legislative, administrative, and support functions of a constitutional institution.
REF: CASB/HR/INT/VOL.I/2026
Position Title: Intern – Finance & Accounts
Department / Section: Finance & Accounts
Number of Positions: 3
Duration: Twelve (12) Months – Non-Renewable
Grade: Intern
Reports To: Finance Officer / Head of Finance
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
1. Purpose of the Position
To support the Finance and Accounts department of the County Assembly in managing financial transactions, maintaining accounting records, and ensuring compliance with public finance management regulations and the Assembly's financial procedures.
2. Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
- Must be a Kenyan citizen aged between 18 and 35 years.
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
- Must have completed studies within the last two (2) years.
- Knowledge of GoK financial management systems, particularly the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS), is an added advantage.
- Progress toward CPA (Kenya) certification is an added advantage.
- Computer literacy including proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software is required.
- Recommendation / Introduction Letter from the institution of learning is mandatory.
3. Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in processing financial transactions including payment vouchers, imprest surrenders, supplier invoices and petty cash transactions in compliance with PFM regulations.
- Support the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date accounting records, ledgers and cash books.
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and statements for the Assembly.
- Support the preparation and reconciliation of bank statements, revenue collections and statutory deductions.
- Assist in monitoring budget utilisation and flagging potential variances or over-expenditures to the Finance Officer.
- Support data entry and transaction posting on the IFMIS platform as directed by the Finance Officer.
- Maintain an organised and secure filing system for all financial records, vouchers and supporting documentation.
- Assist in preparing documentation for internal and external audits, including responding to audit queries.
- Support the preparation of payment schedules for staff emoluments, allowances and supplier contracts.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Finance Officer within the scope of the Finance and Accounts function.
4. Key Competencies
- Numeracy and proficiency in financial computations.
- Understanding of public finance management principles and GoK financial regulations.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Integrity, confidentiality and ethical conduct in handling financial information.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet financial reporting deadlines.
- Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
Stipend: Monthly stipend as per the approved rates by the County Assembly Service Board
Mentorship: Each intern assigned a designated supervisor for guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluation
Certificate: Certificate of Completion issued upon satisfactory completion of the internship period
Deadline: Thursday, April 23, 2026
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