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Finance Intern
World Fish
Accounting & Finance
Batu Maung, Penang, Malaysia
Posted on Jun 13, 2025
About WorldFish
“WorldFish is a leading international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co-develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy, and knowledge to enable equitable and inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish for their livelihoods. As a member of CGIAR, WorldFish contributes to building a food- and nutrition-secure future and restoring natural resources. Headquartered in Penang, Malaysia, with country offices across Africa, Asia, and the Pacific, WorldFish strives to create resilient and inclusive food systems for shared prosperity. For more information, visit: www.worldfishcenter.org”
About the Internship
WorldFish is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to support our Global Finance Team. The selected intern will assist across various finance functions, including Budgeting & Reporting, General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR), and Risk & Compliance.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience and a comprehensive understanding of finance operations through a structured rotation across different finance units. Successful candidates will develop valuable skills and insights into real-world financial processes in an international organization.
The successful candidate will:
- Supporting Budgeting Team in collaborating with BDP in building costing for project proposals.
- Support Budgeting Team in annual budget and forecast process, preparation of reports and other ad hoc analysis.
- Support Budgeting Team in Timesheet and personnel cost allocation related.
- Support AP Accountant in invoice registration, payment and manage AP Mailbox to resolve issues.
- Perform bank reconciliation.
- Follow up with procurement to clear any issues in the P2P process.
- Support GL team on monthly journal posting and balance sheet reconciliation.
- Support in asset tagging and asset sighting process.
- Develop and maintain an online filing on SharePoint assessable to key stakeholders.
- Any ad-hoc assignments required to support Global Finance Team.
This opportunity will be suitable for you if you have the below skills and qualifications:
- In the midst of pursuing a degree or other relevant professional (ACCA/CIMA etc.) qualification.
- Teamwork – Demonstrate experience working collaboratively across teams in a cross-functional, matrixed work environment.
- Good communication skills, particularly written English.
- Ability to manage relationships and work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment.
- Excellent analytical skills with excellent attention to details.
Desirable Skills
- Have actual working experience with knowledge of ERP system.
- This position is an excellent opportunity to gain information and experience with an international research organization.
- The intern will also get the chance to interact and collaborate with researchers.
- A monthly stipend and health insurance will be provided.
Location and Duration
The successful intern will be based at WorldFish Headquarters in Penang, Malaysia. The selected candidate should be available to begin the internship as soon as possible, for a duration of up to five and a half (5½) months. This opportunity is open to Malaysian nationals only. Interviews are anticipated to take place in July 2025, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to attend the interview.
How to Apply
Your application must include:
- A copy of your curriculum vitae,
- A cover letter which addresses key requirements stated above; and
- Contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed for the position.
To be considered, applications must be submitted by no later than 23:59 (MYT) 30 June 2025.
The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
WorldFish has seven offices across Asia, Africa and the Pacific, with more than 400 staff and 27 nationalities who contribute to a dynamic multicultural work environment.
WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion is valued, and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diverse dimensions.
People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.
We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.