Accounting Intern

About this role

Positive Action for Development (PAD) is an indigenous, non-governmental, non-profit, secular, and legally registered Ethiopian Civil Society Organization (Registration No. 2330). PAD is committed to promoting a just, compassionate, and inclusive society where all people can thrive. Guided by the values of optimism, integrity, kindness, excellence, and impactful action, PAD works to provide effective humanitarian and development support to communities in need. Position Summary Positive Action for Development (PAD) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and organized fresh graduate accounting intern to support the Finance Department in processing payments, preparing payment documentation, maintaining financial records, and ensuring the timely and accurate handling of disbursement activities in accordance with PAD’s financial policies and procedures. Key Duties and Responsibilities Assist in preparing payment vouchers, cheque payments, and other disbursement documents. Support the preparation and processing of withholding tax (WHT) documents and other applicable tax records. Assist in organizing, scanning, filing, and archiving payment documents. Support the collection and recording of bank advice, payment confirmations, and transaction receipts. Follow up on pending payment requests and missing supporting documents. Ensure the confidentiality and proper handling of financial information. Support the maintenance of accurate payment registers and disbursement tracking records. Assist in ensuring that payment documentation is complete and properly organized for review and audit purposes. Perform other finance-related duties assigned by the supervisor.