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).
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Intern - Accounting Officer
Location: Borno
Key Responsibilities
Assist in recording daily financial transactions (income, expenses, invoices, receipts) in the accounting system.
Help with bank and account reconciliations.
Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and basic financial reports.
Process accounts payable and receivable under supervision.
Maintain organized digital and physical filing of financial documents.
Assist with budget tracking and variance analysis.
Support preparation for audits, tax filings, or regulatory returns.
Help update the general ledger and chart of accounts as directed.
Perform data entry and basic analysis using Excel or accounting software.
Contribute to process improvement suggestions and ad-hoc finance projects.
Uphold confidentiality and accuracy in all financial work.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Basic knowledge of accounting principles (double-entry bookkeeping, debits/credits, financial statements).
Familiarity with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar) is an advantage.
Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and organizational skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to learn and take initiative.