Accountant - Intern at Global Peace Development

Global Peace Development (GPD) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) founded in April 2002 and focuses on promoting peace for development in Nigeria. The organization envisions a country where peace and development is enjoyed by all. GPD seeks to build peace, gender equality, social justice, and foster democracy and governance at the community, local, state, and national levels.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant - Intern

Location: Ughelli, Delta
Employment Type: Internship

Position Overview

• The Intern Accountant will support the Finance Department in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and preparing financial reports in line with the organization’s standards and donor requirements.
• This position provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate to gain hands on experience in accounting and financial management within the development sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the finance department in retiring financial records
• Help in preparing vouchers and ensuring proper documentation of financial transactions.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Maintain an orderly filing system for all financial documents in the state
• Support audits, budget preparation, and financial reviews.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, policies, and donor regulations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Finance Department.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting, Banking and Finance, or related fields
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks is an added advantage)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a dynamic team.

What We Offer in GPD

• Practical experience in NGO financial management.
• Exposure to donor-funded project accounting.
• Mentorship and capacity-building opportunities.
• Monthly stipend to cover basic logistics and transportation.

Application Closing Date
20th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter (combined in one PDF document) addressed to The Human Resource Manager, Global Peace Development via: Procurement@globalpeacedev.org using "Intern Accountant – Ughelli, Delta State" as the subject of the mail.