Senior Accountant – Schools Experience

About the role

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail‑oriented Senior Accountant to manage the financial operations of our training, educational and community centres in Amman. The role ensures accurate records, budget monitoring and compliance with internal and external regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage financial records and monthly closings for centres.
• Prepare and review journal entries related to centre transactions.
• Reconcile accounts and verify transaction accuracy.
• Track centre‑level budgets and spending trends.
• Allocate costs accurately across cost centres.
• Coordinate financial planning with centre managers.
• Support external audits by providing required documentation.
• Maintain compliance with internal and external financial policies.
• Recommend improvements to accounting processes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field.
• 5–9 years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including at least 2 years managing cost centres.
• Experience with school finance systems.
• Strong background in accounts payable and treasury functions.
• Proven knowledge of budgeting, cost allocation and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems, specifically Odoo.
• Previous experience in educational or training organisations is a plus.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Required skills

• Excel
• Odoo (ERP)
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Treasury management
• Budgeting
• Cost allocation
• Financial reporting
• Journal entry preparation
• Account reconciliation
• Audit support