Accountant – National Position

About the role

AVSI Foundation is hiring an Accountant for a national position based in Amman, Jordan. The post reports to the Operations Manager and covers the maintenance of accounting information, including recording transactions, analysing and reconciling general ledger accounts, accounts payable and bank accounts. The starting date is 16 December 2026 for a 12-month assignment (including 3 months probation).

Key responsibilities

• Maintain financial and accounting transactions and accounting controls in line with internal and donor policies and local financial laws.
• Maintain general ledger accounts by reconciling accounts payable and control accounts.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations, cheques and bank transfers.
• Assist in the monthly closing and in preparing donor financial reporting files.
• Maintain tracking sheets, a proper filing system for financial documents and finance share folder files.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors and perform other duties requested by management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 3 years of related experience in the humanitarian sector (local or international NGOs).
• Fluent Arabic and excellent English, written and spoken.
• Follows policies and procedures, keeps confidentiality and acts with integrity.

Required skills

• Familiarity with accounting and financial management practices in the humanitarian sector.
• Computer literacy; good knowledge of ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics NAV experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, and strong organizational and time-management skills.

What we offer

• Basic salary of 780 to 825 JOD per month, depending on experience and skills.
• 8-hour days, Sunday to Thursday, with the possibility of one day working from home per week.
• Health insurance after the probation period.

To apply, candidates use the AVSI website.