Jumba, a pioneering tech company revolutionizing the construction industry in Africa, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Intern to join their team in Nairobi, Kenya. This internship offers an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience in finance operations while contributing to Jumba’s mission of simplifying the construction materials market.

About Jumba:

Founded in April 2022, Jumba is building an innovative platform that connects manufacturers and suppliers of construction materials with builders and hardware retail stores across Africa. With a strong focus on innovation and value, Jumba offers creative, digital, and financially viable solutions for the construction industry in the digital age.

Mission: Leverage technology to simplify the construction industry, making it more transparent, reliable, and affordable for people in Africa to build.

Vision: To become the go-to partner for construction projects in Africa.

Values: Customer Obsession, Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, and Reliability

Job Purpose:

As a Finance Intern at Jumba, you will play a crucial role in supporting the company’s finance operations, with a focus on accounts receivable. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in finance and grow your career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounts Receivable Management:

•    – Implement aggressive debt recovery strategies
•    – Reconcile customer accounts
•    – Process customer payments against invoiced amounts
•    – Assist in developing and maintaining customer relationships for timely payments

2. Petty Cash Operations:

•    – Support the disbursement of funds
•    – Post and reconcile petty cash entries
•    – Assist in processing refunds
•    – Contribute to daily cash flow projections

3. Data Management and Analysis:

•    – Perform data entry tasks using spreadsheets and financial databases
•    – Conduct basic financial analysis to support decision-making processes
•    – Learn and utilize financial software and tools, including accounting and financial analysis applications

4. Administrative Support:

•    – Assist with general administrative duties for the finance team
•    – Maintain organized financial records and documentation
•    – Support the team in preparing financial reports and presentations

5. Collaboration and Problem-Solving:

•    – Work closely with team members to identify and address financial challenges
•    – Participate in brainstorming sessions to improve financial processes
•    – Contribute ideas for enhancing efficiency in financial operations

6. Learning and Development:

•    – Attend training sessions and workshops to expand financial knowledge
•    – Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in finance and technology
•    – Seek mentorship opportunities within the finance team

Qualifications and Skills:

Required:

• – Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance (ongoing or recently completed)
• – CPA(K) certification or progress towards certification
• – Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks
• – Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• – Effective time management abilities
• – Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently
• – Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• – Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Preferred:

• – Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• – Familiarity with financial software and ERP systems
• – Understanding of the construction industry or interest in tech startups
• – Experience with data visualization tools

Why Join Jumba:

• – Gain hands-on experience in finance within a rapidly growing tech startup
• – Work on challenging projects that impact the African construction industry
• – Learn from experienced professionals in finance and technology
• – Opportunity to contribute ideas and make a real impact on company operations
• – Potential for future employment based on performance and company growth