Finance Intern at Heifer International

Heifer International is an international development organization dedicated to improving food security and income opportunities for rural families while promoting sound stewardship of natural resources. As a private, non-governmental organization based in Little Rock, Arkansas, Heifer has created lasting change for farming households in over 125 countries across Latin America, Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe for over 70 years.

Heifer International does so much more than put food in the mouths of hungry people. Heifer helps people feed themselves. The goal of every Heifer project is sustainability - project partners achieving self-reliance. And year after year, as partner families Pass on the Gift of knowledge and one or more of their animals' offspring to others in need, they become links in a network of hope, dignity and self-reliance that helps hundreds of others care for themselves.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Intern 

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary 

• The Finance Intern will support accounting management within the Regional Office at Heifer Africa to ensure compliance with the global accounting policies and local requirements
• This is a hands-on role that involves providing support in payment processing, invoice verification, audit support, and financial record management
•  This is a learning opportunity that provides practical exposure to financial controls, compliance, and coordination with cross-functional teams, including Administration and Procurement within a global, multi-country nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities & Deliverables
Payment Processing and Invoice Verification (40%):

• Coordinate with the Administration and Procurement teams to verify documentation for vendor payments. 
• Support the review of invoices to confirm accuracy, validity, and compliance with organizational requirements. 
• Assist the Regional Finance team with payment processing and invoice verification to ensure timely and accurate disbursements. 

Learning Outcomes:

• Practical understanding of end-to-end payment processing workflows. 
• Ability to verify invoices and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness. 
• Improved knowledge of internal financial controls and approval processes. 
• Exposure to cross-functional coordination in financial operations.

Audit, Compliance, and Regulatory Support (30%)
Responsibilities:

• Participate in audits and compliance reviews by providing documentation, conducting basic research, and assisting with audit preparations. 
• Support compliance with Nigeria laws, regulations, IFRS, and local GAAP in financial documentation and processes. 
• Assist in addressing audit queries by retrieving relevant financial records and information. 

Learning Outcomes:

• Understanding of audit processes and compliance requirements in a nonprofit organization. 
• Exposure to IFRS and local GAAP application in financial operations. 
• Improved attention to detail and documentation standards. 
• Practical experience supporting internal and external audits. 

Financial Records Management and Documentation (20%)
Responsibilities:

• Maintain an efficient filing and retrieval system for financial and accounting records on a weekly basis. 
• Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, well-organized, and compliant with regulatory and organizational standards. 
• Support the Finance team in maintaining orderly and up-to-date financial documentation.

Learning Outcomes:

• Competence in financial record-keeping and documentation management. 
• Understanding the importance of data accuracy, completeness, and traceability. 
• Improved organizational and information management skills.

Other Assigned Tasks (10%)
Responsibilities:

• Perform any other finance-related duties as assigned by the supervisor. 
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and ad hoc finance projects as required. 

Learning Outcomes:

• Exposure to broader finance functions and regional operations. 
• Increased adaptability and problem-solving skills in a dynamic work environment. 
• Enhanced collaboration and professional development.

Minimum Requirements
Most Critical Proficiencies:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience, including internships or volunteer work in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively, tactfully, and diplomatically within a culturally diverse group of people.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and ethical behaviour in all work-related activities.
• Enthusiasm for learning and willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret, analyse trends, and draw meaningful insights from both financial and non-financial data.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial documentation.
• Familiarity with invoice processing and payment support is an added advantage.

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Accountability 
• Professional Excellence 
• Humility 
• Customer Orientation 
• Empathy 
• Innovation.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline 9th January, 2026.