About this role
Intern Accounting Officer
The Hope Spring Community Humanitarian Initiative is a recognized non-governmental organization (NGO) registered with Nigeria's Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). It operates primarily as the Nigerian arm or partner of Hope Spring Water, a UK-registered charity dedicated to improving access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)
Intern Accounting Officer
- Job Type Full Time , Onsite
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience None
- Location Borno
- Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit , Internships
Key Responsibilities
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Assist in recording daily financial transactions (income, expenses, invoices, receipts) in the accounting system.
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Help with bank and account reconciliations.
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Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and basic financial reports.
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Process accounts payable and receivable under supervision.
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Maintain organized digital and physical filing of financial documents.
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Assist with budget tracking and variance analysis.
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Support preparation for audits, tax filings, or regulatory returns.
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Help update the general ledger and chart of accounts as directed.
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Perform data entry and basic analysis using Excel or accounting software.
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Contribute to process improvement suggestions and ad-hoc finance projects.
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Uphold confidentiality and accuracy in all financial work.
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Required Qualifications & Experience
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Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
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Basic knowledge of accounting principles (double-entry bookkeeping, debits/credits, financial statements).
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Familiarity with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar) is an advantage.
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Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and organizational skills.
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Good written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Willingness to learn and take initiative.
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