Accounting Intern

Position: Accounting Intern

Location: Remote

Reports to: Financial Accountant

About Project Expedite Justice: 

Project Expedite Justice (PEJ), founded in 2016, is a United States-based NGO with 501(c)(3) charitable organization designation. 

PEJ's mission is to use all available legal options to seek justice for individuals inadequately protected under the law, who cannot access legal resources, and who are exploited by governments, corporations, or others. 

PEJ applies a novel, victim-centered approach to addressing mass atrocities. PEJ's 3-step model includes training, mentoring, and providing independent legal consulting. We partner with and train local lawyers and investigators to collect, analyze, and preserve evidence according to international legal standards. Without evidence, there can be no accountability. We further build local capabilities and advance the justice process through case-specific mentoring and strategic guidance to local legal practitioners and investigators. Finally, we partner with local NGOs, pro bono law firms, and legal clinics to represent victims of international crimes and serious human rights abuses in court or alternative judicial mechanisms. 

PEJ has projects in several countries. Our inclusive team includes people working remotely from Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the US. We are deeply committed to increasing opportunities for lawyers and other human rights defenders from the global majority or global south to participate in international rule-of-law-based nonprofit work. People from countries from the global majority are encouraged to apply for this role.

Job Description: 

Project Expedite Justice is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our Finance team. The Accounting Intern will report directly to the Financial Accountant and will support various financial and administrative tasks within the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in non-profit finance and contribute to meaningful projects.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist the Financial Accountant with transaction processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. 
• Support the admin team with logistics and travel arrangements for staff and project activities
• Assist with travel advance disbursements and reconciliations, ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Assist with weekly payments, including invoice processing and payment scheduling 
• Aid in credit card reconciliations, verifying transactions and resolving discrepancies as needed
• Collaborate with other departments to provide support and assistance as necessary

Requirements: 

• Finance qualification
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and take initiative when necessary 
• Interest in non-profit finance and social justice issues

How to Apply: 

Email recruitment@projectexpeditejustice.org with "Application: Accounting Intern" in the subject line, and attach: 

• CV/resume (maximum of two pages); 
• Cover letter; 
• Writing sample. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.