Graduate Finance Intern

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Remote work arrangement

Mentorship

Potential for full-time employment

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a Graduate Finance Internship that is fully remote, giving you hands-on exposure to core financial functions such as accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis. You will work under the guidance of experienced finance professionals and contribute to essential financial tasks while developing practical skills for a career in finance.

The role targets recent graduates eager to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting, with mentorship and the possibility of future

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and organizational skills suitable for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Help in budget preparation and variance analysis.
• Conduct financial data entry and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with the finance team on various ad-hoc projects.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Finance / Accounting / Economics degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering a valuable Graduate Finance Internship opportunity for ambitious individuals seeking practical experience in financial operations. This fully remote internship provides exposure to core financial functions, including accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis. You will work under the guidance of experienced finance professionals, contributing to important financial tasks and learning essential skills for a career in finance. This role is ideal for recent graduates eager to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting and gain a competitive edge in the job market.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.


• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports.


• Help in budget preparation and variance analysis.


• Conduct financial data entry and maintain accurate records.


• Collaborate with the finance team on various ad-hoc projects.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.


• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Good communication and organizational skills suitable for remote work .

Benefits

• Paid internship with a competitive stipend.


• Remote work arrangement offering flexibility.


• Hands-on experience in a professional finance department.


• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals.


• Potential for future full-time employment based on performance.