Finance Intern

INTERNSHIP TITLE: Finance Intern

INTERN WORKSITE LOCATION:  Addis Ababa

DATES OF INTERNSHIP:  JULY 15,2026

LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP:  SIX MONTH

SUPERVISOR & CONTACT INFORMATION:  FINANCE OFFICER

FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR THE INTERNSHIP:

Mercy Corps responsibilities

For the duration of this internship assignment the intern will receive:

• Work Station
• All required office supplies
• Transport Allowance/ 100 USD
• Per Diem during field visit
• Coverage of lodging expense during field visit
• Coverage of Transportation expense during field visit

Intern responsibilities

Intern will remain responsible for all costs associated with

• Transport from/to office
• Medical and any Insurance

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:  

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of the internship, the intern will have developed the following knowledge and experience:

•  Gain practical experience in financial operations and accounting processes.
• Develop skills in financial reporting, reconciliation, and compliance.
• Understand organizational finance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Build proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems.

 DELIVERABLES

 Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Documentation and Filing

• Organize and maintain financial records, invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and supporting documents.
• Ensure proper filing of finance documents in both physical and electronic formats.
• Assist in document retrieval during audits and reviews.

1. Data Entry and Record Keeping

• Enter financial transactions into accounting systems and spreadsheets.
• Update and maintain financial databases accurately and timely.
• Assist in verifying supporting documents before data entry.

1. Accounts Payable and Receivable Support

• Assist in preparing payment requests and processing payments.
• Support tracking of outstanding advances, receivables, and payables.
• Follow up on missing supporting documents and approvals.

1. Audit and Compliance Support

• Assist in preparing documents required for internal and external audits.
• Ensure financial records comply with organizational policies and procedures.
• Support implementation of finance controls and compliance requirements.

1. Administrative Support

• Photocopy, scan, and archive finance documents.