Finance Trainee

About the role

Inchcape Shipping Services is hiring a Finance Trainee in Mombasa to support the finance team with accounting tasks such as payables and receivables documentation and invoicing. The role gives a broad introduction to the finance department and offers opportunities for professional development and career growth. It is a fixed-term contract of 1 year.

Key responsibilities

• Apply sound accounting principles to ensure accurate financial reporting and record-keeping.
• Perform timely cash and bank reconciliations, resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate daily foreign currency exchange rates in accounting records.
• Verify and process intercompany invoices accurately and on time, and complete monthly intercompany reconciliations with zero variances.
• Support the Finance Manager and Accounting Manager with internal and external audits, including preparing balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Commerce or Business; B.Com/M.Com qualification.
• Good knowledge of finance and administrative processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle information professionally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French.
• 0-2 years of experience in accounting.

Required skills

• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software.

What we offer

• A competitive salary package.
• Support to set career goals and grow.
• Work with talented, committed and supportive teammates.
• Value Award celebration events.