Accounts Intern

Job Purpose

The Accounts Intern ensures accurate and timely
processing of outgoing payments while maintaining strong vendor relationships
and adhering to financial controls. This role mitigates risks by enforcing
compliance with policies and audit assertions to uphold financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Vendor Relationship Management

• Act as the primary contact for vendor inquiries,
  resolving discrepancies promptly.
  
• Maintain positive vendor relationships by
  ensuring timely payments.
  

2. Expense Reporting & Reimbursements

• Review employee expense reports for policy
  compliance before reimbursement.
  
• Collaborate with HR and department leads to
  enhance reimbursement processes.
  

3. Categorization, Reconciliation & Month-End
Close Support

• Reconcile AP sub-ledger with vendor balances and
  assist in month-end closing.
  
• Prepare AP accruals and support financial
  reporting.
  
• Classify financial transactions accurately under
  appropriate expense or income categories
  

· Support monthly financial close activities by ensuring
all entries are complete and correct

• Perform regular bank and credit card
  reconciliations to ensure accuracy
  

4. Cash flow
Planning

· Conduct weekly cash flow planning to ensure timely
vendor payments and follow up on outstanding customer receivables

5. Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to financial policies and
  participate in audits.
  
• Conduct periodic AP audits and assist in fraud
  prevention initiatives.
  
• Audit Assertions: Authorization, Completeness,
  Occurrence
  
  
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree/ Professional Qualification in
  Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
  
• 1 year of experience in accounts payable or a
  similar role.
  
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Zoho
  Books, SAP) and MS Excel.
  
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and
  communication skills.
  
• Efficiency in month-end reconciliation and issue
  resolution.