Finance Intern

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people in over a hundred countries. We do this by focusing on our mission and living the values that drive our organization. A career at CARE is an opportunity to be part of a movement that brings communities together to solve complex problems and foster lasting change throughout the world. We seek individuals who are passionate about humanitarian and development work, collaborate well with others, embrace learning and innovation, and deliver results.

Job Description:

Consistent with the CIP’s culture of promoting a learning environment, this internship is designed to provide individuals with opportunities to gain practical work experience. The intern will be working closely with the relevant CIP department on a full-time basis at the Islamabad Office.

The Finance Intern will support the Finance Department in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with organizational and donor requirements, and assisting in daily financial operations. The role involves supporting audit processes, managing grant and contract documentation, performing data entry in financial systems, and assisting with reconciliations. The intern will also contribute to documentation digitization and recordkeeping processes, ensuring efficient and organized data management.

1-Audit Support & Recordkeeping and Procedure Compliance (40% of Time)

• Assist the Finance Department during internal and external audit processes.
• Organize, compile, and provide relevant financial and supporting documents to auditors.
• Ensure all required records are complete, accurate, and readily accessible
• Ensure proper recordkeeping as per requirements.
• Follow standard operating procedures for document management.
• Support continuous improvement of record management Practices

2- Grant and Contract File Management (30% of Time)

• Maintain and update grant and contract files on a regular basis.
• Ensure availability of essential documentation, including:
• Pre-approvals
• Agreements and sub-agreements
• Contract modifications
• Correspondence with donors
• Support proper filing and documentation in compliance with policies and procedures.

3- Accounts Payable & PeopleSoft Documentation Digitization (25% of Time)

• Manage and support the digitization of PeopleSoft documentation.
• Ensure proper electronic recordkeeping for business-as-usual operations.
• Maintain organized and accessible digital records.
• Assist in processing payments as per established procedures

4- Other responsibilities as assigned: (05% of time)

Any other tasks or responsibilities based on organizational and programming needs, as assigned by the Line Manager.

A) Qualifications (Know How)

Education/Training

ACCA and/or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required

B) Experience/Technical Skills

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Good research, writing and presentation skills.
Excellent writing and analytical skills, with fluency in English and

Desired

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  Willingness to learn, adapt, and take initiative in assigned responsibilities.
• Strong organizational and record-management skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.