Accountant

BACKGROUND: 

SONBOLA Group for Education & Development (SONBOLA) is a startup grassroots NGO that focuses on delivering educational programs, specifically to fill the gaps of Syria’s education crisis and address the education of Syrian refugee children and youth, with a special focus on quality and sustainability. 
SONBOLA is currently seeking hard-working and committed applicants for the position of a full-time accountant. 

The accountant’s primary responsibility is to prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensure that appropriate accounting procedures are in place.

The accountant position will be based in Beirut with monthly travels to Sonbola Learning Center in Bekaa. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·       Be responsible for purchasing and financial procedures and responsibilities 

·       Apply accounting principles and system to analyze financial data

·       Process payments, expense reports, and payrolls

·       Maintain all necessary records and documentation of transactions and payments

·       Manage accounting records and financial system between regional and Beirut offices and ensure accuracy and conformity

·      Prepare end of month grants financial reports 

·      Support financial part of proposals’ writing, when requested 

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: 

·       University degree in finance, accounting or in related business field is required.

·       Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs.

·       Previous work experience in NGOs 

·       Familiarity with major international donor/grants regulations and non-profit accounting system

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 

Interested candidates in this position are requested to send their CV along with a cover letter, to emails - [email protected], and include the job title above in the email subject.