Job description

Role Summary

The Accounts Payable Intern will support APCO's North America finance function from APCO's office in Amman, Jordan. The intern will assist with day-to-day accounts payable activities, invoice processing, payment documentation, vendor support, and finance administration while gaining hands-on exposure to accounting operations within a global organization. This role will report to the Accounts Payable Lead in Amman and will work closely with finance colleagues supporting APCO's North America offices. The candidate must be based in Amman, Jordan and available to work on-site from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM Jordan local time.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the review, coding, and processing of supplier invoices in a timely and accurate manner.

  
  

• Assist with maintaining accounts payable records, invoice files, payment confirmations, and supporting documentation.

  
  

• Help verify invoices, expense-related documentation, and vendor information in line with internal procedures.

  
  

• Support vendor account reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items as required.

  
  

• Assist with monitoring accounts payable mailboxes and responding to routine inquiries under the guidance of the Accounts Payable Lead.

  
  

• Support the preparation of payment documentation and related finance trackers.

  
  

• Assist with data entry and updates within APCO’s accounting and finance systems.

  
  

• Help identify discrepancies and escalate issues to the Accounts Payable Lead when needed.

  
  

• Support month-end closing activities, reporting requirements, and accounts payable follow-ups.

  
  

• Participate in finance process improvement initiatives and ad hoc assignments as requested.

  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 

  
  

• Previous internship experience in finance or accounting is a plus.

  
  

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  
  

• Good organizational and time management skills.

  
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

  
  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

  
  

• Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn.

  
  

• Ability to work collaboratively with local and international teams.

  
  

Careers at APCO

Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact. 

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues. 

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services. 

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.