Staff Accountant

General ledger work under US GAAP is the core of this Staff Accountant vacancy at APCO in Amman. The post runs on a second shift, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM Jordan time, so that it lines up with US working hours.

What the staff accountant job in Amman involves

The staff accountant reports to the Financial Controller – US and sits in APCO’s Jordan office at Armada Tower. Beyond the ledger work, the post covers statutory procedures, compliance with reporting and internal control requirements, and the protection of the company’s assets.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the monthly general ledger analysis of balance sheet accounts for the North America office, bank reconciliations included
• Clears accounts receivable through weekly offsets, keeps the aging accurate and supplies cash receipts for daily processing
• Manages assigned accounts payable work, including setting up and recording wire payments to vendors, and records intercompany invoices and payments
• Books expense allocations, monthly accruals, prepaid expense amortization and fixed asset depreciation, with adjusting and reclassification entries as needed
• Supports the month-end close with ongoing journal entries and accruals, and provides ad hoc analysis

Requirements

• Accredited college or university degree in accounting, or in business administration with an accounting focus
• Background in journal entries, month-end close processes, reconciliations and analysis
• Strong computer skills, with proficient Excel, the Deltek Maconomy ERP system and other Microsoft Office products
• Close attention to detail and sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Competencies the ad lists as required, among them client service, project management, research and analysis, critical thinking, teamwork, planning and organization, financial management and leadership

Preferred qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm founded in 1984 and headquartered in Washington, D.C. It is independent and majority women-owned, with more than 1,200 employees and work spanning 80 markets.

How to apply

Applications go through APCO’s online careers portal, where applicants can apply using the button below.