We are looking for a highly motivated and eager Finance Intern to join our finance team. This internship provides a great opportunity for a recent graduate or current student with a passion for accounting and finance to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced finance and telecommunications company. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, be proactive in learning new systems, and be a team player with excellent communication abilities.


Key Responsibilities

Reconciliations and Accuracy


Complete reconciliations of all accounts every second day.
Clear reconciliation exception items within 48 hours of occurrence.
Maintain the appropriate quality of partner statements daily.
Address all team queries within 24 hours of receipt.
Ensure accuracy and quality of all reports prior to sharing.


Reporting and Analysis 


Complete, upload, and certify month-end reconciliations by the 4th business day of each month.
Resolve all queries raised on month-end reconciliations within 1 business day.
Perform monthly balance confirmations for PPI and Agents.
Conduct financial analysis on accounts as required.
Meet all deadlines consistently and communicate promptly if challenges arise.


Systems, Processes, and Controls 


Ensure the accounting system operates effectively to support timely deadlines.
Maintain and store all supporting documentation for journals on the shared drive.


Administrative Functions 


Optimise processes and allocate tasks effectively to ensure capacity and reduce redundancy.


Data Management 


Save all work on OneDrive to reduce the risk of data loss.
Ensure accurate data entry into the accounting system.
Verify all data for reasonableness and consistency before sharing or distribution


Minimum Requirements    

Qualifications & Experience - Preferred 


Matric (Grade 12 Certificate).
Diploma/Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (advantageous).
Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in reconciliations, accounting, or finance administration.
Strong Excel and MS Office proficiency.
Knowledge of accounting/reconciliation software (advantageous).


Key Competencies


High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Proactive and solutions-driven mindset.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Strong sense of accountability and integrity.