Company Description Al Rowad for Publishing and Distribution Official is an academic publishing company specializing in the development of school curricula and kindergarten materials. Founded in 2003 in Amman, Jordan, the company produces educational content in Arabic, English, and French. Its materials support learners across different age groups and educational stages. Al Rowad focuses on high-quality, pedagogically sound resources that meet the needs of modern classrooms and diverse learning environments.
Role Description The Accountant will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations, including recording transactions, maintaining the general ledger, and preparing periodic financial reports. Responsibilities include processing invoices, monitoring accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statements, and supporting budget preparation and expense tracking. The role also involves ensuring compliance with local accounting standards, assisting with audits, and providing financial data to management for decision-making. This is a contract, on-site role based in Amman, requiring close collaboration with the finance and operations teams and adherence to company policies and timelines.
Qualifications
- Strong skills in financial accounting, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and cash management.
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel, including use of spreadsheets, formulas, and basic reporting tools.
- Knowledge of local accounting standards, tax regulations, and basic audit procedures.
- Attention to detail, accuracy in data entry, and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Effective organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications are an advantage.
- Previous experience as an accountant in publishing, education, or a similar industry is beneficial.
- Ability to work on-site in Amman and commit to the requirements of a contract position.
