Junior Accountant (Short Term Contract)

BACKGROUND: 

SONBOLA Group for Education & Development (SONBOLA) is a startup grassroots NGO that focuses on delivering educational programs, specifically to fill the gaps of Syria’s education crisis and address the education of Syrian refugee children and youth, with a special focus on quality and sustainability. 

SONBOLA is currently seeking hard-working and committed applicants for the position of a full-time Junior Accountant. 

The Junior Accountant’s primary responsibility is to assist the Accountant with accounting transactions and financial processing at our Learning Center in Bekaa.

The Junior Accountant position will be based at our Learning Center in Anjar, Bekaa.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Handling the day-to-day accounting transactions from payment request file to month end. 
• Verify supporting documentation with each payment requested .
• Assist in the disbursement process, ensuring that appropriate authorization and documentation is obtained for all expenditures prior to processing. 
• Process cheques and ensure timely payment of bills. Resolve all invoice issues.
• Manage the petty cash function. Maintain and keep track of cash balances.
• Maintain an effective filing system for financial transactions;
• Assist the Senior accountant with monthly closings .
• Prepare analysis of accounts as requested
• Assist with financial reporting
• Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process 
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: 

• University degree in accounting, finance, or in business related field is required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs. Familiarity with accounting software is preferred.
• Previous work experience in NGOs

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 

Interested candidates in this position are requested to send their CV along with a cover letter, to emails - hr@sonbola-ngo.com, and include the job title above in the email subject.