Job Vacancy: Accountant (5–7 Years of Experience)

Location: Children’s Museum Jordan – Amman, Jordan
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

The Children’s Museum Jordan is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance Department and support daily financial operations, auditing activities, invoice processing, and procurement-related financial control.

Main Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare daily journal entries and maintain accurate financial records.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure timely updates of financial transactions.

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting standards (including IFRS where applicable).

• Support budget preparation and monitor spending against approved budgets.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices with proper verification and documentation.

• Review, validate, and reconcile invoices, receipts, and payment requests.

• Manage accounts receivable ensuring timely collection and accurate posting.

• Follow up on outstanding balances with vendors and partners.

Purchasing & Procurement Financial Control

• Coordinate with the Procurement & Supply Chain teams to match:

  • Purchase Orders (POs)

  • Goods Received Notes (GRNs)

  • Supplier invoices

• Verify compliance with purchasing procedures and approval thresholds.

• Maintain a complete audit trail for procurement-related financial documentation.

Auditing & Compliance

• Prepare supporting schedules and documents for internal and external audits.

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.

• Identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.

• 5–7 years of professional experience, preferably in:

  • Non-profit organizations, OR

  • Industrial/commercial companies.

• Strong experience in invoice processing, procurement documentation, and audit preparation.

• Proficiency in accounting systems, including:

  • GP System

  • ERP Systems

• Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, financial formulas).

• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Key Competencies:

• Integrity, confidentiality, and transparency.

• Communication and teamwork.

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.