Neftaly Bookkeeping Fellow

The Neftaly Bookkeeping Fellow is a key support role within Neftaly’s Finance and Accounting Department. This fellowship is designed for individuals who have a strong interest in financial management, accounting processes, and nonprofit operations. The fellow contributes to accurate recordkeeping, compliance, and financial reporting while gaining valuable hands-on experience in bookkeeping and finance within a dynamic and impact-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, receipts, and invoices.
• Support the reconciliation of bank statements and financial transactions.
• Help with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure all financial records are properly filed, organised, and archived.
• Assist in monitoring accounts payable and receivable.
• Work closely with the finance team to ensure compliance with internal financial procedures and external regulations.
• Support audit preparation by organising documents and verifying financial entries.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good understanding of basic accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• Familiarity with accounting software or spreadsheets (e.g., Excel, Sage, QuickBooks is a plus).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as in a team.

Qualifications:

• A qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial Management, or a related field.
• Previous experience in finance, accounting, or admin support is an advantage but not required.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a professional finance environment.

Benefits of the Fellowship:

• Gain practical experience in bookkeeping and nonprofit finance.
• Receive mentorship from finance professionals within Neftaly.
• Build a foundation for future roles in accounting, auditing, or financial administration.
• Earn a Neftaly Fellowship Certificate and professional reference upon successful completion.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful social development work.

Ideal for:
Recent graduates, finance students, or early-career professionals seeking hands-on experience in bookkeeping and nonprofit financial systems.