Accountant (Roster)

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1.  Follow up the incoming and outgoing receipts of pay slips and any kind of printed accounting documents to maintain the accounting books
2. Input of accounting data into the Sage MIP accounting software on daily basis in a precise manner
3. Process all payable transactions of the Lebanon office.  Includes:  processing of all invoices and payments ensuring accuracy, proper documentation and approval.  
4.  Maintain required records, reports and files in an organized manner.
5. Process and record all receipts in the general ledger system for review and approval by the Finance and Compliance Manager.  Maintain neat and orderly records to support research as necessary.  Prepare daily receipts reports.
6. Perform bank reconciliations on monthly basis
7. Classify and file the accounting backup documents in an organized manner for easy retrieval
8. Banking, processing bank deposits, including trips to the bank.   All associated finance entries
9. Reconcile bank accounts and specified general ledger accounts
10. Reconciliation of credit and debit cards and communication for obtaining supporting documents
11. Prepare both standard financial reports and ad hoc financial reports on request
12. Maintain personnel files and ensure files are kept according to procedures and are confidential as appropriate.
13. Participate in and support the monthly and annual accounting closings.
14. Compile and maintain a procedural manual for all job tasks
15. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1.  Bachelor’s Degree in Business (preferably in accounting or finance)
2. 3-4 years accounting experience or similar positions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
3. Experience in NGO work is strongly desirable.
4. Experience in Cash Assistance programs is an asset.
5. Working knowledge of: accounting concept and practices, financial record bookkeeping, methods of performing basic business mathematics calculation, and office management techniques
6. Ability to organize workflow and coordinate activities
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality

Required knowledge, skills and abilities

1. Detail oriented, ability to show initiative and take responsibility
2. Strong organizational, administrative, analytical and customer service skills
3. Strong MS office skills
4. Proficiency in spreadsheet and word processing software
5. Familiar with automated accounting systems (preferably Sage MIP Fund software)
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks with deadlines
7. Ability to deal effectively with vendors and staff
8. Ability to work independently and in a team oriented environment
9. Ability to favorably represent the organization’s image to partners and clients