Department:Finance and Logistics DepartmentLocation:Rome, ItalyReports:Director of Finance and Logistics or Head of Finance IO UnitDuration:3 months / 6 months Organizational ContextThe Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is ministry of the Society of Jesus, incorporated as an international non-governmental organisation with a mission to accompany, serve, and advocate for the rights of refugees and forcibly displaced people. The organisation was founded in November 1980 and now has a presence in over 50 countries. JRS undertakes services at national and regional levels with the support and guidance of an International Office (IO) in Rome. The style of JRS service is human and spiritual, working in situations of greatest need, seeking the long-term well-being of refugees and displaced people while not neglecting their immediate or urgent needs.The main services provided are in the field of education, reconciliation, livelihood activities and psychosocial support. Currently, about 1 million individuals are direct beneficiaries of JRS projects worldwide.Operational ContextThe Finance Department in the International Office provides support and oversight for JRS operations in over 50 countries. Under the supervision of the Finance Director and in close collaboration with the IO Accountants, the Intern will contribute to essential financial processes and gain valuable experience in a multicultural environment.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the accounts payable process: Review and allocate Country and Regional Office expenses to the IO budgetCheck salaries, invoices, transfer requestsbefore payment can be processedAssist IO staff in using the system for procurement and paymentsPrepare financial transactions in the systemCheck and upload supporting documents in the system Support the accounts receivable process: Prepare donation invoices in the system Import weekly Salesforce donations payout in accountingPrepare monthly reconciliations with thefundraising department for donations and incomeEnsure appropriate coding on transactions through regular analysis and reconciliation of balance sheet accountsCheck and upload supporting documents in the system Intercompany process: Prepare intercompany quarterly reconciliations for Country and Regional officesSupport JRS regional and country offices in their request for transfers, reconciliation, audit process Other: Assist with monthly bank reconciliationsSupport finance and logistics colleagues in their daily tasks.In coordination with the finance director, prepare the agenda and minutes for department meetingsAssist on other activities as required. Qualification and Competencies University degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting or in a related fieldKnowledge of finance, accounting and budget main principlesProficiency in written and verbal EnglishGood knowledge of Microsoft Office 365Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-cultural, international, professional environmentGood organizational skills and attention to details Desirable: Working knowledge of other languages (French, Spanish)Knowledge of Navision Dynamics Core values and ethics Commitment to JRSs mission, vision and values; ability to convey with enthusiasm JRSs role in accompanying and serving forcibly displaced people and to advocate for their right to protection and a life in dignity High integrity, honesty and confidentiality; ability to deal tactfully and discreetly with people, situations and informationAcceptance of diversity and inclusion as a core value