Accountant (Part Time)

MTI Calling:  Daring to Love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting World.

JOB SUMMARY               

The Accountant in Lebanon Office performs the day-to-day finance operations. He/she assists the Finance department in the maintenance and oversight of the accounting operations to the main and field office to ensure that all finance operations in Lebanon are performed in accordance with MTI and country office policy and procedures.                                                                                                                                         

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                                                                                   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:                      

• Assists Country Manager in the preparation of the annual budget, based on Medical Teams International strategic priorities, planned project activities, and financial guidelines.
• Prepares budget realignments and adjustments as directed by Country Manager and/or HQ Senior Program Manager.
• Verify completeness, accuracy and appropriateness of all accounting documents.
• Appropriately and accurately records all financial transactions in the Financial Accounting application.
• Ensures adherence to Medical Teams International’s financial policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Monitors projects expenditures and flag any issue of concern to the Program and Country Managers.
• Timely completes and submits all required monthly financial reports for review and approval by the Country Manager and submission to HQ Accounting Manager.
• Addresses questions and concerns related to the monthly report, making corrections and adjustments as necessary.
• Prepares accurate monthly Budget vs Variance reports to support Program Managers; provides financial analyses and recommendations to ensure project activity costs incurred do not exceed approved budget.
• Tracks in detail all commitments, purchases and outstanding items and prepare status reports
• Works with the Country Manager to prepare and submit monthly cash requirements to HQ.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in Accounting or Finance, with an emphasis in Accounting
• Minimum 2 years Accounting experience, preferably with an International NGO

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KNOWLEDGE:

• • Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S.) or International Accounting Standards

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• • Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel, & financial management software programs.
  • Ability to work in diverse assignments and respond to tight deadlines and changing priorities.
  • Ability to place attention to details and putting donor interest at forefront in programme implementation.
  • Good communication and strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with all departments within the organization.
  • Strong administrative skills in managing documentations and project funding information.
  • Ability to support Medical Teams International Calling.
  • Ability to communicate effectively & professional both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers.
  • Flexible, e.g., ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • High degree of analytical skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS                                                                                                          

NOTE:  The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position.  In addition, this job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the job incumbent and MTI.  The job’s duties, responsibilities, and skills are subject to change at any time based on the needs of the job, department, or organization.