Accountant (National Position)

About the role

AVSI is recruiting an Accountant for a national position. The role covers day-to-day accounting and financial record keeping in line with internal and donor policies, local financial laws and the requirements of the humanitarian sector.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain all financial and accounting transactions and accounting controls in line with internal and donor policies and local financial legal requirements.
• Maintain general ledger accounts by reconciling accounts payable and control accounts.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations, cheques and bank transfers, and keep updated tracking sheets.
• Assist in the monthly closing and in preparing donor financial reporting files.
• Maintain a proper filing system for financial documents, soft and hard copies, and keep finance share folder files up to date.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure a successful audit.
• Perform other duties requested by management within the area of competence.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 3 years of related experience in the humanitarian sector (local NGOs or INGOs).
• Fluency in Arabic, with excellent written and verbal communication; very good written and verbal English.

Required skills

• Familiarity with accounting and financial management practices in the humanitarian sector.
• Computer literacy and good knowledge of ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics NAV experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to follow policies and maintain confidentiality.