Junior Accountant

PurposeTo support and participate to the management of the Organization’s Financial Operation in Lebanon with regard to controls, systems, reporting and resources development RoleResponsible to the Financial Manager and Operation Manager for the implementation of accountability Operation in the country. Overall responsibility: The accountant will be responsible for the overall accounting principles and procedures according to the IFRS and the Lebanese law. Tasks and Responsibilities: 1- Ensure that all accounting and financial transactions and data are correctly implemented according to policies and procedures.2- Maintenance of books of accounts and records of all expenditures and revenues.3- Assist in preparation of departmental and project budgets and cash flow statements.4- Ensure that all financial documents are accurately supported, approved and coded, and that all check books, check list, petty cash, LPOs (Local Purchase Order) are maintained correctly.5- Review accountability (liquidation) reports to ensure accuracy and conformity with donor requirements. Follow up on project holder advances with partners to ensure timely liquidation and reconciliation.6- Ensure that staff payroll administration is verified for accuracy, properly processed and that allStatutory payments such as PAYE and pension are made on a timely basis.7- Manage banking, accounts and balances effectively and efficiently, including undertaking monthly bank reconciliations and foreign exchange management.8- Issuing Payment orders after verification the existence of all supporting documents.9- Preparing the opening and closing of project budget accounts.10- Maintaining Assets and related depreciation.11- Assisting in the monthly closing and the financial reporting, collaborating with the financial department and providing all data requested for the financial reporting.12- Assisting the external auditors in the preparation of all governmental dues and taxations as VAT, Salaries taxes and Social Security contributions.13- Prepare for and collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure successful audit.14- Willing and able to perform any other duties requested by the management within the area of competence