Finance Intern

About AREU

The Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit (AREU) is an Afghanistan-based nonprofit research organization established in 2002 with the international community's assistance. AREU's mission is to inform policy and practice by conducting high-quality, evidence-based research, actively disseminating the results, and promoting a culture of research and learning in Afghanistan. More information about AREU's works and activities can be found on its website: www.areu.org.af

Role purpose:

The intern will provide support to the finance functions

Scope of role:

Reports to: Finance Officer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Updating the cashbook daily to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Managing accounting vouchers by identifying, segregating, and systematically filing them to maintain an organized financial record-keeping system.
• Gaining hands-on experience in the vouchering process, including scanning and documenting financial records for proper documentation.
• Assisting in the management of petty cash, ensuring disbursements align with established policies and procedures.
• Supporting the preparation of bank reconciliations, a vital aspect of financial control and monitoring.
• Collaborating with the team on various financial tasks and projects, fostering a cooperative and learning-oriented environment.
• Participating in the budgeting process and contributing to the preparation of financial reports.

• Undertaking any other reasonable duties assigned by the Finance Officer, consistent with the nature of the job and the level of responsibility.

 

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

ESSENTIAL

Working Experience: N/A, 1-year experience will add value.

Job related knowledge:

Knowledge on general Finance & basic knowledge on budget & reporting. Good communication in English (oral and written) Dari and Pashto

Skills:

Computer operating proficient in MS Office applications specially MS Excel

DESIRABLE

Academic:

High school diploma. Fresh graduates or students pursuing Bachelor’s degree, can also apply.

ATTITUDE:

To work in team

To be willing to learning new things

To be non-discriminatory and gender sensitive

Your place of duty shall originally be Kabul, but travel to the field as required.

LOCATION

The position is full – time and based in Kabul, Afghanistan, and all applicants, including national and international applicants are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please apply by sending a CV/resume and a cover letter to [email protected]. The subject title of your email should be “Finance Intern.”

Closing date for receiving the applications is 9 November, 2023. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted