FINANCE INTERN AT HEIFER INTERNATIONAL

About Company:

Heifer International is an international development organization dedicated to improving food security and income opportunities for rural families while promoting sound stewardship of natural resources. As a private, non-governmental organization based in Little Rock, Arkansas, Heifer has created lasting change for farming households in over 125 countries across Latin America, Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe for over 70 years.

Job Description:

Payment Processing and Invoice Verification (40%):

• Coordinate with the Administration and Procurement teams to verify documentation for vendor payments. 
• Support the review of invoices to confirm accuracy, validity, and compliance with organizational requirements. 
• Assist the Regional Finance team with payment processing and invoice verification to ensure timely and accurate disbursements. 

Learning Outcomes:

• Practical understanding of end-to-end payment processing workflows. 
• Ability to verify invoices and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness. 
• Improved knowledge of internal financial controls and approval processes. 
• Exposure to cross-functional coordination in financial operations.

Audit, Compliance, and Regulatory Support (30%)

Responsibilities:

• Participate in audits and compliance reviews by providing documentation, conducting basic research, and assisting with audit preparations. 
• Support compliance with Nigeria laws, regulations, IFRS, and local GAAP in financial documentation and processes. 
• Assist in addressing audit queries by retrieving relevant financial records and information. 

Learning Outcomes:

• Understanding of audit processes and compliance requirements in a nonprofit organization. 
• Exposure to IFRS and local GAAP application in financial operations. 
• Improved attention to detail and documentation standards. 
• Practical experience supporting internal and external audits. 

Financial Records Management and Documentation (20%)

Responsibilities:

• Maintain an efficient filing and retrieval system for financial and accounting records on a weekly basis. 
• Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, well-organized, and compliant with regulatory and organizational standards. 
• Support the Finance team in maintaining orderly and up-to-date financial documentation.

Learning Outcomes:

• Competence in financial record-keeping and documentation management. 
• Understanding the importance of data accuracy, completeness, and traceability. 
• Improved organizational and information management skills.

Other Assigned Tasks (10%)
Responsibilities:

• Perform any other finance-related duties as assigned by the supervisor. 
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and ad hoc finance projects as required. 

Learning Outcomes:

• Exposure to broader finance functions and regional operations. 
• Increased adaptability and problem-solving skills in a dynamic work environment. 
• Enhanced collaboration and professional development.

Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively, tactfully, and diplomatically within a culturally diverse group of people.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret, analyse trends, and draw meaningful insights from both financial and non-financial data.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial documentation.
• Familiarity with invoice processing and payment support is an added advantage.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and ethical behaviour in all work-related activities.
• Enthusiasm for learning and willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience, including internships or volunteer work in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 09th January, 2026

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