Finance Assistant | Intern – Tax & Documentation (Male)
We are seeking a motivated finance assistant / intern – tax & documentation to support our finance team with tax compliance, financial record-keeping, and daily accounting tasks. The role includes maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
This opportunity is open to school leavers as well as individuals with a strong interest in accounting and finance who are eager to gain hands-on experience in a professional environment.
Duties & responsibilities
- Visit the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) and liaise with commissioners and assessors on tax-related matters.
- Assist in the maintenance of tax files and records, under the supervision of the assistant accountant.
- Prepare and submit weekly status reports on the collection of VAT credit vouchers.
- Coordinate and submit relevant documentation to the Board of Investment (BOI) for extension of the VAT deferment.
- Coordinate with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for clearance of VAT penalties settlement of outstanding VAT liabilities.
- Maintain proper documentation and filing in line with guidance provided by the assistant accountant and finance executive.
- Support the finance team with general accounting and administrative tasks as assigned from time to time.
Required skills and qualifications
- Passed G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) or awaiting results.
- Part qualification in CA, CIMA, ACCA, AAT, or any other relevant professional qualification will be considered an advantage.
- Prior internship or experience in an audit firm will be an added advantage.
- Experience with Inland Revenue Department (IRD)–related work is preferred. (Training and supervision on IRD matters will be provided if required.)
- Proficiency in MS Office applications.
- Possession of a valid driving license will be considered an advantage.
- Applicants should be below 30 years of age.
About the company
Nienhuis Asia (Pvt) Ltd is a multinational Dutch manufacturing company producing premium Montessori educational products for export purpose. The company is ISO certified BOI approved and in operation for 29 years in Sri Lanka as a fully owned subsidiary of Heutink Investments B.V. in Netherlands.
When applying
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your curriculum vitae, including a recent passport-sized photograph and the names and contact details of two work-related referees, within 07 days to: [email protected] & [email protected]
The vacancy is based in Panadura, and candidates residing in the nearby areas are strongly encouraged to apply.