Accounting Department Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare and review periodic financial reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual).
• Provide financial analyses to assist management in data-driven decision-making.
• Prepare the annual budget and monitor its implementation, including variance analysis.

Financial Operations Oversight:

• Approve all journal entries before posting.
• Oversee payment and collection processes and review bank transactions.
• Review bank reconciliations and financial statements regularly.

Coordination and Donor Reporting:

• Ensure financial reports comply with donor requirements.
• Monitor the financial implementation of project budgets and contract terms.

Financial Control and Auditing:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Lebanese Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Coordinate internal and external audit processes and facilitate auditors’ work.
• Monitor and control financial records and ensure compliance with legal and tax obligations, where applicable.

Management and Planning:

• Develop and implement financial and accounting policies and procedures.
• Participate in the preparation of annual financial and strategic plans in coordination with senior management.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent qualification)

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting
• Prior experience in the nonprofit/NGO sector is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Strong financial analysis and strategic planning skills.
• Proficiency in ERP software
• Advanced Excel skills for reporting and budgeting purposes.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).

Personal Attributes:

• Integrity and transparency.
• Discipline and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Team spirit and leadership capabilities.

Reporting to:

Executive Director