Dutystation: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Functional responsibilities
The Finance Intern will provide support to the Finance Unit in carrying out the following tasks and functions under the supervision of the Finance Senior Officer.
Treasury and payments functions
Accounting and administrative support
Financial reporting and control
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing
Proper filing of financial documentation.
Assisting in the preparation of payments.
Reviewing payment requests by checking supporting documentation and verifying compliance with internal procedures.
Preparing project financial reports.
Assisting with VAT refund claims and follow-up.
Assisting in budget preparation.
Performing other duties as assigned by the Finance Senior Officer
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education
To qualify, the candidate must be currently enrolled in a university degree program or have graduated within the last three years at the time of application. Preferably, the candidate is studying or has completed studies in Accounting or Finance.
Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience.
Knowledge of the usage of Google Suite applications is an added advantage.
Language
Fluency in reading, writing and and oral English is required.
Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset
Computer Literacy 
Knowledge & usage of Google suite applications is an asset.
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