Position available for Graduate Intern – Accounting & Business Administration
eco furniture design south africa · Claremont Newlands
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We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Accounting and Administration Graduate Intern to work directly alongside the business owner. This is an incredible opportunity for a recent graduate to gain 360-degree exposure to running a business. You will split your time between maintaining clean, accurate financial records and managing critical day-to-day administrative operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounting & Financial Support
- Manage daily invoicing, debtor tracking, and customer statements.
- Assist with basic bookkeeping, data entry, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly financial summaries and management reports for review.
- Assist the owner with statutory compliance, returns, and document submissions (SARS, VAT, PAYE if applicable).
2. Administration & Business Operations
- Work hand-in-hand with the business owner to execute diverse operational tasks.
- Manage calendars, client scheduling, appointments, and email correspondence.
- Organize, digitalize, and maintain internal company filing systems.
- Handle general ad-hoc administrative duties to ensure smooth daily operations.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Completed Degree or National Diploma in Accounting, Financial Management, Business Administration, or a closely related commerce field.
- Software: Good foundational knowledge of accounting software. Hands-on experience or familiarity with QuickBooks is highly beneficial.
- Tech-Savvy: Strong proficiency Google Workspace tools.
- Attributes: A self-starter who thrives in a small business environment, possesses excellent communication skills, and maintains absolute confidentiality.
What We Offer
- Direct mentorship from the business owner.
- Real-world exposure to both the financial and operational sides of a growing company.