Accountant

Wattan Media Network is an award-winning, independent, professional media organization based in Ramallah, Palestine. It was established in 1996. Over the past 27 years, Wattan has established itself as an important voice of Palestinian citizens, civil society, marginalized communities and groups, women and, most significantly, youth. Our team of reporters, correspondents, and experts in the West Bank and Gaza provide wide ranging reporting and programming on issues of public concern including sensitive and controversial topics that are rarely covered by mainstream Palestinian media.

Wattan is seeking qualified candidate to fulfil the following full-time vacancy in its office in Ramallah:

Position: Accountant

Job Description 

This position supports the preparation of clear, thorough, accurate and correct accounting documents in compliance with all accounting and financial procedures and policies through the use of computer software applications. The accountant will work closely with the Management team to ensure that all financial documents meet the level of accuracy and precision required.

Responsibilities:

• Data entry of daily transactions on the accounting software (BISAN).
• Maintain proper filling for account entries.
• Reconcile petty cash transactions.
• Review expenses’ supporting documents (Invoices, Contracts, Payments, and Receipts).
• Prepare cheques and transfers and follow up on its execution and documentation.
• Prepare monthly bank and cash reconciliations.
• Follow up closely on monthly payments and advances.
• Assist in audit preparation, and in implementation of audit recommendations. 
• Ensure proper inventory control and supervise proper issuance of inventory items and supplies.
• Prepare Wattan monthly and Annual budget.
• Other Duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

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Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized university.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in accounting,
• Previous work experience with a non-profit organization is a plus,
• Experience with BISAN accounting software or similar accounting software,
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written, oral, cross-cultural)
• Good command in Arabic and English.
• Good knowledge in Microsoft applications (Excel, word, …etc)

Interested candidates with relevant education and work experience are encouraged to submit their CV, a cover letter and minimum two references with full contact information. Applications should be submitted by email to the following email address [email protected] no later than 04:00 pm on Thursday 25/05/2023.