Finance Intern

OVERVIEW

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. The organization works in more than 100 countries to save, protect and transform lives in need, regardless of race, religion or nationality.

CRS implements relief and development programmes in areas including emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding. The organization is seeking a Finance Intern to support its Finance Department with clerical, administrative and accounting tasks that contribute to effective financial processes and quality programme delivery.

JOB TYPE: Full-time

Application Deadline: Not specified in the provided advert.

POSITION: FINANCE INTERN

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Finance Intern will support the Finance Department by performing the following duties:

• Complete standard financial documents, including vouchers, wire transfer requests and cheques, using prescribed templates and guidelines.
• Provide administrative and clerical support for financial transaction processing.
• Prepare, type, photocopy and scan financial documentation.
• File accounting and financial reporting documents as instructed.
• Compile supporting documents, including liquidation and receipt packages, for financial transactions.
• Follow up with staff, subrecipients, partners and suppliers to obtain required documentation.
• Enter financial transaction data, subject to validation by the next-level Finance staff.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and schedules under supervision.
• Perform basic reconciliations involving bank accounts, petty cash and supplier statements.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic, Professional Qualifications and Experience:

The applicant should possess the following:

• High School Diploma.
• A minimum of 6–12 months of work experience in a similar role, with some familiarity with standard accounting practices.
• Applicants should be actively enrolled in a Bachelor's or graduate programme and be in good academic standing.
• A professional diploma, certificate or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration is an added advantage.
• Previous experience working with an international organization is an added advantage.

Personal Specification:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience entering data into online databases and forms.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ethical conduct consistent with professional standards and organizational codes of ethics.
• Proactive, resourceful and solutions-oriented, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, multitask and cope well under pressure.
• Eagerness to learn and work with different departments.

AGENCY COMPETENCIES

All CRS staff are expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Personal Accountability: Taking responsibility for one's own actions.
• Acts with Integrity: Demonstrating honesty and values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.
• Builds and Maintains Trust: Ensuring consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others: Working effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn: Seeking opportunities to gain experience and learn new perspectives.

CRS also emphasizes leadership competencies, including leading change, developing and recognizing others, and maintaining a strategic mindset.

WHAT CRS OFFERS

CRS promotes a collaborative, mission-driven working culture focused on improving the lives of people in need. Benefits for successful candidates employed outside the United States are based on the country of employment and the relevant in-country office.

CRS is committed to safeguarding programme participants, community members, staff and volunteers from exploitation and abuse. The successful candidate will be expected to sign and adhere to the CRS Code of Conduct.

CRS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which it operates. Offers are contingent on the selected candidate's legal eligibility to work in the country where the position is based.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official CRS recruitment portal using the link below:

Application Link: https://eipn.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/3002941