Nysc Finance Intern

Role Summary

As an NYSC Intern, you will provide technical and operational support to the Finance unit. This will involve day-to-day support in the execution of all workflows as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Administration and Reporting

• Support the Finance Team with data entry and reconciliations, ensuring transactions are posted to the right general ledger accounts;
• Preparation of bank payment schedules and monthly reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and completeness;
• Reconciliation of payment schedules to identify failed payments for reprocessing while informing stakeholders of such payments where necessary;
• Support in the preparation of monthly invoices and billing for all projects across SCIDaR, issuing receipts where applicable for monies received;
• Perform the analytical procedure on key financial statement captions.

Audit and Compliance:

• Support the Finance Team in the management of process/report reviews by internal and external auditors to ensure seamless review process and implementation of recommendations;
• Ensure timely remittance of all statutory remittance such as PAYE, Withholding Tax, VAT, Pension, NHF and NSITF.

Requirements

Essential:

• Academic training: A First-Class Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar related courses from a reputable and accredited university;
• Criteria: Applicants must either have been deployed to camp or be scheduled for deployment under the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme in Nigeria at the time of application.

What we Value:

• A genuine interest and commitment to the mission and values of SCIDaR;
• Intellectual curiosity and a strong appetite for continuous learning and development;
• Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving abilities, coupled with creative and logical thinking;
• Initiative, ownership and a results-oriented approach to achieving meaningful outcomes;
• The ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and engage constructively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels;
• Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities;
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to delivering high-quality work;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively;
• Openness to feedback and a willingness to learn from and contribute to colleagues at every level of the organization

What We Offer

• At SCIDaR, beyond a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, we offer an exciting, fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment where ambitious individuals can learn, grow and make a meaningful impact.
• You will have access to continuous learning and development opportunities, hands-on exposure to challenging projects, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility and build a rewarding career.
• We provide a collaborative workplace where talented, driven individuals are empowered to develop their skills, expand their networks and reach their full potential.