Finance Associate – Accounts Payable

About the role

UNRWA is seeking a Finance Associate specialized in Accounts Payable to join its headquarters in Amman. The role supports both internal and external financial operations, ensuring accurate processing of vendor invoices, travel payments, and payroll deductions while complying with UNRWA financial rules.

Key responsibilities

• Verify and approve claims and supporting documents in line with financial regulations.
• Enter AP and GL transactions for vendor invoices, micro purchase orders, and credit memos.
• Prepare documentation, validate invoices, and ensure proper budgeting and coding.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closures, including liability reviews, accruals, and vendor account reconciliations.
• Process duty‑travel payments, credit‑card settlements, and Imprest Fund transactions.
• Calculate and verify payroll deductions, prepare payments for ISP contractors, and resolve queries from staff and suppliers.

Required profile

• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and UNRWA financial policies.
• Effective planning, organizing, and networking skills.
• Commitment to UN core values of integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to humanitarian work for vulnerable communities.
• Professional development within a large United Nations operation.