We’re so glad you’ve come to Foniatz.com, where we believe every career journey begins with a solid foundation. Today, we’re featuring a unique opportunity for recent graduates to gain valuable, hands-on experience in a professional environment.
Administrative Accountant Internship at Santa Germana Academy
Santa Germana Academy is offering an exciting internship/volunteering position for a motivated and detail-oriented individual. This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in the day-to-day operations of an educational institution, providing a comprehensive overview of both administrative management and financial accounting.
This is more than just an internship; it’s a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and contribute to a non-profit, mission-driven organization. For candidates living in or around Kigamboni, Temeke, and Toangoma, this is a particularly excellent opportunity.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
The intern will perform a variety of tasks under the guidance of the school administration and accounting team, with a focus on learning and professional development.
Administrative Duties:
- Assist in managing the school’s front office, greeting visitors, and handling general inquiries.
- Help maintain and organize student and staff records to ensure all information is accurate and confidential.
- Support the management of school supplies, including monitoring inventory and processing orders.
- Assist with drafting and distributing official school communications, such as notices and newsletters.
Accounting Duties:
- Assist in maintaining accurate financial records, including data entry for tuition fees, expenses, and donations.
- Support the processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports, ensuring proper documentation.
- Learn and assist with basic bank and ledger reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
- Help with the preparation of financial reports and summaries.
- Maintain an organized filing system for all financial documents.
Qualifications & Skills
To be considered for this internship, you should have:
- A recent diploma or degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
- Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
- A basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles is a significant advantage.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) is essential.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A proactive, professional, and positive attitude.
- The ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Learning Benefits
Successful candidates will receive:
- Hands-on experience in a real-world administrative and accounting environment.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the education sector.
- The opportunity to apply academic knowledge to practical, mission-driven tasks.
- An understanding of how a non-profit organization and a school operate.
- The possibility of a permanent employment opportunity upon successful completion of the internship.
How to Apply
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
We wish you the very best of luck with your application. We are honored to help you find your next career step and look forward to seeing the incredible things you’ll achieve.
Warmly, The Foniatz.com Team
