Accounting Intern

Are you a motivated student seeking to make a real impact? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in accounting and contribute to international development? An internship with SNV's Netherlands Accounting team could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Job Description

To be considered for this role, you need to be enrolled in higher education for the entire internship in a relevant field and have the legal right to reside in the Netherlands for the full internship period. SNV does not sponsor visas or permits for interns.

The internship

We are seeking a highly motivated Intern to join our Netherlands (NL) Accounting Team. The internship will focus on providing a valuable learning experience while supporting the team in various initiatives. As the NL Accounting Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn about the accounting processes in SNV and be part of the NL accounting team (approx. 4 FTEs), within the finance department, located in The Hague, the Netherlands.

The NL Accounting Team is mostly responsible for:

• Financial administration of global teams and of projects led from the Netherlands, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, fixed assets and cash
• Recording salary-related transactions of NL staff as well as international staff
• Auditing expense reports
• Recording other billable costs to projects
• Month-end and year-end closure processes
• Transferring liquidity funds to SNV countries
• Carrying out payments on behalf of SNV countries
• Intercompany invoicing and reconciliation with SNV countries
• VAT return on a quarterly basis
• Reporting to donors as per contracted deadlines
• Coordinating project audits where applicable

This internship offers a unique chance to:

• Gain experience in the development sector by working on real-world tasks and projects
• Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in a dynamic team environment
• Develop skills in accounting, communication, and international collaboration
• Contribute to impactful work that makes a difference

Your tasks will be tailored to align with your learning goals, providing a meaningful experience. We will offer guidance and support to help you reach your objectives.

Tasks and activities may include:

• Support in accounting processes, including daily tasks such as entering invoices and activities related to month-end and year-end closing, while contributing to their continuous improvement
• Support in the completeness of SAP Business ByDesign and operational work instructions for all accounting processes
• Support in clearing specific balance sheet items
• Support in filing system

Qualifications

To qualify for this internship, we ask for the following requirements:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited EU university for the duration of the internship, with a focus on Accounting or Finance, and able to provide a certificate of enrolment
• Proficient in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills; French is an added advantage
• A desire to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Pro-active, pragmatic and solution driven
• A curious, self-motivated individual that works well in a team
• You must have the legal right to reside in the Netherlands for the internship period

Additional Information

Our offer to you

SNV offers a hands-on and dynamic internship experience with an enthusiastic team at our global office in The Hague.

• Internship allowance: €500 gross per month (for a 40-hour workweek), plus reimbursement for public transport costs if applicable
• International experience, working alongside colleagues from around the world
• A diverse, stimulating environment with opportunities to innovate and co-create

Working at SNV

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where it operates. It works toward a world where all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably, focusing on transformations in agri-food, energy, and water systems.