FINANCE ASSISTANT

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INTERNSHIP / VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: FINANCE ASSISTANT (1 POSITION)Posted by Mvungi Job MasterOrganisation: Blossom Flower InitiativeDuty Station: Lilongwe, MalawiPositions Available: 1Engagement: Internship / Volunteer PlacementDuration: 10 MonthsReports to: Executive DirectorApplication Deadline: Sunday, 15 November 2026About the OpportunityBlossom Flower Initiative invites applications from suitably qualified and motivated individuals for the position of Finance Assistant.The successful candidate will support the organisation's day-to-day financial administration by maintaining accurate financial records, organising supporting documents and preparing financial information for budget monitoring, donor reporting and audits.Key Duties and Responsibilities1. Financial RecordsRecord daily income and expenditure transactions accurately and on time.Maintain updated cash books and ledgers.Ensure financial records are complete, consistent and traceable.2. Financial DocumentationPrepare receipts, payment vouchers and supporting documents.Verify that transactions have the necessary approvals and supporting documentation.Maintain organised financial records in both paper and electronic formats.3. Budget MonitoringAssist in tracking expenditure against approved budgets.Prepare expenditure summaries for the supervisor.Identify and promptly report unusual or missing financial items.4. Reporting and ComplianceOrganise documents required for donor reports and audits.Support bank and cash reconciliations under supervision.Follow the organisation's financial policies and procedures.Perform other finance-related duties as assigned.Qualifications and RequirementsApplicants should possess:Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.Basic computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word.Good written and verbal communication skills.Added AdvantagesKnowledge of bookkeeping.Familiarity with accounting software.Required CompetenciesIntegrity and respect for confidentiality.Attention to detail and accuracy.Punctuality and good organisational skills.Willingness to learn.Ability to work effectively as part of a team.What You Will GainPractical experience in nonprofit financial administration.Supervision and professional guidance from the organisation's team.How to ApplyInterested candidates should submit the following documents in one email:Application letter explaining their interest in the position.Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).Copies of academic and professional certificates.Contact details of three referees.Application Email: blossomflowerinitiative@gmail.comEmail Subject: Application for Finance AssistantClosing Date: Sunday, 15 November 2026Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Build Your Finance Career with Mvungi Job MasterLooking for internships or entry-level opportunities in accounting, finance, administration and other fields?Mvungi Job Master helps job seekers discover vacancies, prepare professional CVs and access job application support.Explore Vacancies: https://mvungi.com/jobsRegister as a Job Seeker: https://mvungi.com/registerJoin Our WhatsApp Job Updates Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7gbc91XquZnalOXc2iOfficial Website: https://mvungi.com/

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Apply by email: blossomflowerinitiative@gmail.com