Accountant

28/1/2025 www.akhtaboot.com
Location :

Amman, Jordan

Job Category :

others

Job requirements

  • Junior (With some experience in the field)

Description

Job Description and Requirements

Generations For Peace is supporting one of its partners, the Jordan Olympic Committee, in recruiting for the following position: 

 

Jordan Olympic Committee: 

  •  The Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) is the governing body for sports in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Founded in 1957, the JOC became the nurturing body for 34 Olympic and non-Olympic sports federations in the kingdom, laying down the foundation and trail to develop and rise up with the state of sports in Jordan. 
  • Careful planning led by HRH Prince Feisal bin Al Hussein enabled the JOC to develop the sports scene in Jordan with both consistency and vision positioning Jordan as a key, medal winning participant in all the major sports events both regionally and internationally . 
  • Administrative efforts by the JOC were praised by the international sports community  pinpointing Jordan as a healthy and worthy host for numerous Arab, Asian and international sporting events and championships such as the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in 2016. 
  • Recognizing Jordan’s efforts in reshaping and bettering the sports scene both regionally and internationally, HRH Prince Feisal Al Hussein, President of the Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) was elected as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2010 among other honorary positions. 
  • Given the role played and demonstration of the highest levels of commitment to sports betterment, Dr Jacques Rogge, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) named the Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) in “the world’s Top 10%” Olympic Committees, cementing the Jordan Olympic Committee and its efforts as a role model raising standards in the sports world and a key player in the future of sports. 
  • Friendship, balance, aspiration excellence and respect are values we live by and teach our athletes at the JOC. These values serve us well in our role to prepare our nation’s finest competitors, working hand in hand with all sports federations in the kingdom to lead the best sportsmen and women who will go on to compete at the greatest sporting competition in the world. 
  • The Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) is a non-profit organization that represents the strong, independent voice for Jordanian Olympic Sport and the place for all aspiring athletes to better themselves and grow while representing Jordan all around the world.

Job Summary

Monitoring daily accounting operations involves tasks such as recording invoices and financial transactions. This includes verifying the accuracy of accounts and preparing monthly reconciliations. Additionally, coordination with various teams is essential to ensure the accuracy of financial data.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implementing financial procedures related to financial accounting, cash, and cost management in accordance with the approved system.
  • Monitoring accounting matters for warehouses, preparing statements for inventory inputs and outputs, and reconciling actual balances with accounting balances periodically using the available system.
  • Entering accounting entries for daily operations into the accounting system according to the approved system.
  • Auditing advances, making necessary entries, and providing feedback to the direct supervisor if needed.
  • Participating in periodic inventory checks and asset management.
  • Preparing financial budgets.
  • Auditing invoices and financial claims related to the JOC and ensuring they are approved according to the proper procedures for disbursement from the approved budget.
  • Preparing monthly and annual reports related to the position and submitting them to the direct supervisor.
  • Safeguarding and regularly updating financial documents, records, and reports according to proper procedures

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
  • Additional certifications such as CPA or ACCA are considered an advantage.
  • Practical experience ranging from one to two years in the field of accounting.
  • Basic knowledge of accounting systems and accounting principles.

Professional Competencies

  • Proficiency in using accounting software such as Microsoft Excel and basic accounting programs.
  • Ability to prepare simple financial reports, such as monthly or annual reports.

Personal Competencies:

  • Ability to analyze financial data, understand figures, and interpret them accurately.
  • Precision in handling numbers and financial data to avoid errors and ensure accuracy.
  • Effective communication skills with management and stakeholders.
  • Ability to handle work pressure and deadlines while maintaining efficiency and accuracy.
  • Ability to organize tasks and prioritize to complete work on time.
  • Maintaining a professional and trustworthy demeanor when handling financial data and resource

*Click here to access the Arabic Job Description: https://gfp.app.box.com/s/1ggjczn781cqz4xqyoh0go7z2dub3qlv

**Click here to access the English Job Description: https://gfp.app.box.com/s/k0eo5teoerx3xb9aojufxldopossltmb

***Candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline 5 February 2025.

****We thank all applicants for their interest, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted