Finance Intern At Vurin Group

About the Role

• The Finance Intern will work closely with the Finance team to support the day-to-day financial operations of the organization. The role provides hands-on exposure to key accounting and finance processes, including bank reconciliations, imprest review and retirement, expense and invoice workflows, invoice posting, and payroll-related postings.
• The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements, and supporting efficient financial processes and reporting.
• This is an opportunity to gain practical experience in a structured corporate finance environment while developing a strong understanding of financial controls, accounting processes, and the financial operations of an organization within the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

Imprest Retirement & Review

• Assist with the review and retirement of imprests submitted by employees.
• Verify that expenses are accurate, complete, properly supported, and compliant with applicable policies and procedures.
• Identify discrepancies, missing documentation, or policy exceptions and escalate them appropriately.
• Maintain proper records of reviewed and retired imprests.

Bank Reconciliation

• Prepare and regularly update bank reconciliation schedules.
• Compare bank statements with internal financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure reconciliation items are properly investigated, documented, and followed up.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date reconciliation records for review.

Expense & Invoice Workflows

• Manage and process workflows relating to expenses and invoices.
• Review submissions for completeness and ensure the required approvals are obtained.
• Verify supporting documentation and ensure transactions comply with established processes.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of processed transactions.

Invoice Posting

• Post approved invoices accurately and promptly into the accounting system.
• Ensure invoices are correctly coded and recorded in the appropriate accounts.
• Review entries for completeness and accuracy before posting.
• Support the timely and accurate maintenance of accounting records.

Payroll-Related Postings

• Assist with payroll-related accounting postings and provisions, including ITF, NSITF, and Pension.
• Ensure payroll-related entries are accurately recorded and properly documented.
• Support compliance with applicable statutory requirements and internal procedures.
• Assist with resolving discrepancies relating to payroll postings where required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance in the role will be measured by:

• Accuracy and timeliness of bank reconciliation schedules.
• Efficient review and retirement of imprests, with minimal errors or policy breaches.
• Timely processing and proper documentation of expense and invoice workflows.
• Correct and prompt posting of approved invoices into the accounting system.
• Accuracy and compliance of payroll-related postings, including ITF, NSITF, and Pension.
• Proper organization, completeness, and availability of financial documentation for audits and reviews.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification such as ACCA, ICAN, or equivalent is an added advantage.

Experience

• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or related functions.

Knowledge & Skills

• Good understanding of basic accounting principles, financial reporting, and bookkeeping practices.
• Basic knowledge of bank reconciliation, invoice processing, and payroll processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and other financial management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling financial information and documentation.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to collaborate, coordinate, and work effectively with team members.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and confidentiality when handling financial information.