Cashier MD- for All Areas

Organizational context

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is a UN agency established in 1949, mandated to assist and protect approximately 5.8 million registered Palestine refugees across Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, the West Bank, and Gaza. Its mission is to help refugees achieve their full potential in human development. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East, funded by voluntary contributions. The incumbent reports to the Branch Manager.

Job purpose

This role is crucial for maintaining the financial liquidity and operational efficiency of the branch office. The incumbent is responsible for accurately receiving and recording cash and cheque payments from loan clients and Loan Officers, issuing receipts, and maintaining a detailed cash receipt book. A key function is managing the branch bank balances to ensure sufficient funds for disbursement cheques and proactively addressing any potential shortfalls. The position also involves daily bank deposits, following up on cleared or returned cheques, and managing banking relationships. Furthermore, the role includes maintaining loan application documentation archives and acting as the custodian for the Branch Office's Imprest Fund, ensuring all financial transactions are handled according to established agency policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will receive cash, cheques, and temporary receipt vouchers from loan clients and Loan Officers for loan repayments and fees, issuing corresponding receipt vouchers. Responsibilities include maintaining both manual and electronic cash receipt books, meticulously recording all payments and receipts. The role involves managing branch bank balances to ensure liquidity for disbursement cheques and taking necessary actions for insufficient funds. At the close of business, the incumbent must tally and reconcile cash on hand with daily receipt vouchers, being accountable for any shortfalls or discrepancies. Daily deposits of all cash received will be made into the branch’s bank accounts. The position requires following up with banks on cleared or returned cheques and drafting memos for banking issues. Additionally, the incumbent will maintain up-to-date archiving and log registers for loan application documents and serve as the Imprest Fund custodian for the Branch Office.

Education

Completion of a post‑secondary two-year diploma in business and office practice, business administration, accounting, or a related discipline is required.

Work experience

A minimum of three years of experience in cashiering, handling cash, or clerical finance work related to loan or cash administration is required. A post‑secondary two-year diploma in a relevant business or accounting field is also necessary.

Skills

Proficiency in computer use, including spreadsheet applications like Excel and Access. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Strong communication skills. Accuracy and timeliness in output.

Required languages

English

Desired languages

Arabic, French