DKT East Africa are looking for a Finance Intern in Nairobi, Kenya.
DKT International is a global non-profit organization focusing the power of social marketing on addressing the need for access to family planning and reproductive health.
Department: Finance
Supervisor: Finance Manager
Working Conditions: Office and field
Basis of Engagement: 3-6 months Contract
JOB SUMMARY
A Finance Intern will provide essential clerical and administrative support to the finance department while gaining practical exposure to real-world financial processes. This role is ideal for recent graduates pursuing a career in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Across the organization maintain effective communication with all departments, especially with Procurement, Sales, Programs, Marketing and HR & Admin.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Including but not limited to;
- Invoice Processing: Assist in receiving, verifying, and capturing vendor invoices into the accounting system (e.g., SAP)
- Three-Way Matching: Support the matching of invoices against Purchase Orders (POs) and Goods Received Notes (GRNs) to confirm accuracy before processing payments
- Reconciliation Support: Assist in reconciling vendor statements with internal records and investigate discrepancies
- Record Maintenance: Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems to ensure documents are properly stored and audit ready
- Vendor Communication: Respond to basic vendor queries regarding payment status, under supervision of the finance team
- Month-End Support: Support preparation of schedules and documentation required for month-end and year-end closing processes
- Banking Support Assist with basic banking activities such as preparing payment documentation and supporting transaction tracking
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Timeliness in preparation of finance related documents
- Accuracy of inventory postings and finance records
QUALIFICATION, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Bcom (Finance Option), or a related field.
- CPA or ACCA is an added advantage
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data entry, formulas, sorting, and reporting)
- Willingness and ability to learn ERP systems
- High attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial records
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work under supervision and meet deadlines
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN:
- Hands-on experience in Finance function
- Coaching & mentorship from experienced professionals
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment
