Location: Amman, Jordan
Group/Practice/Unit: Global Impact Hub
Who We Are
For more than 50 years, IREX has delivered results in complex environments. We solve problems through partnership, bridge divides where interests conflict, and develop leaders committed to impact. The youth we empower build stronger economies. The educators we support improve learning for countless students. The critical thinking skills we advance help people make informed decisions about their futures. We approach our work through three horizon goals: leaders bridge divides; learners succeed in the world of work; and people thrive in a technology-, AI-, and data-driven world.
Job Summary
The Senior Finance and Administration Officer is assigned to the Building Tomorrow: STEM and Opportunity project located in Jordan. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the daily implementation of Building Tomorrow's financial administration and supports the development of project work products, including but not limited to, program timelines, budgets, reports, and other products/documents as identified.
Based in Amman and working under the supervision of the Program lead in Jordan with dotted line supervision from the Senior Finance & Compliance Manager, the Senior Finance Officer will apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information, perform financial administration tasks, and prepare compliant financial reports by compiling information, preparing financial reports, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures.
Performs additional duties and tasks to meet the needs of the organization, team, or as assigned by supervisor.
We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of accounting and finance principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
- Demonstrated very good communication skills and follow-up.
- Demonstrated knowledge of local laws and donors’ procurement policies, and tax laws/regulations.
- Experience with QuickBooks is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated high attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and willingness to support and assist colleagues.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or relevant field.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
- Very good command of English required.
- You must have unrestricted authorization to work in Jordan.
Your Daily Tasks
- Manage invoices and payment process, ensuring all documentation is accurate and prepared properly and in accordance with IREX and U.S. Department of State policies and procedures and local laws.
- Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation and maintenance of accounting and accounting control procedures.
- Review all incoming invoices and ensure timely payment of payables.
- Verify accuracy of all payment requests and ensure proper allocation of expenditures to funding sources and expense categories.
- Contact vendors to discuss invoices and payments and resolve discrepancies, as required.
- Follow up on service providers for invoices including water, electricity, landlines, cell phones, internet, etc. making sure all invoices are received and paid on time.
- Follow up with vendors for a timely collection of checks.
- Follow up with health insurance on the status of their invoices.
- Conduct regular petty cash counts.
- Manage and prepare staff payroll and salary slips.
- Manage filing of financial and accounting records.
- Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.
- Assist with preparation of customized financial transaction reports as required.
- Compile and analyze financial information to prepare monthly financial reports and cash and bank account reconciliation.
- Assist with the monthly project expenditures of projections.
- Assist the Senior Finance and Compliance Manager with preparation and coordination of annual audit process, and Department of State compliance reviews.
- Liaise with Social Security Corporation and Income Tax Department and follow up on staff SS and income tax monthly remittances.
- Prepare all VAT exemption letters as appropriate.
Additional Perks
At IREX, you’ll work alongside committed, passionate, and collaborative colleagues who are united by a shared mission—making it a truly rewarding place to work. We offer learning, development, and growth opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being.
Please note: While we aim to offer competitive compensation, not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range.
Disability Specifications
IREX will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments of 2008.
Equal Opportunity Employer
IREX seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support IREX’s mission and who respect and promote excellence through diversity. IREX is committed to equal opportunity and follows recruitment and selection practices that comply with all applicable employment laws. To this end, IREX recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals based on merit and experience.
We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.
This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship.
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