How to Record the Employer SSC Contribution for NGO Staff in Jordan Across Functional Categories
Recording the employer's 14.25% Social Security contribution for all Jordanian NGO staff, allocated proportionally across program and management.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Expense: SSC | Expense (+) | 2,565.00 | - |
| Management & General: SSC | Expense (+) | 712.50 | - |
| SSC Payable (Employer Share) | Liability (+) | - | 3,277.50 |
💡 Accountant's Note
SSC is allocated proportionally across functional categories. The employer share is part of the true cost of employment and must be reflected in grant budgets.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Apply the same allocation percentages as salaries to SSC contributions. Include the employer SSC cost in all grant budgets — underbidding on staff costs (excluding SSC) is a common budgeting error that leaves the NGO covering the cost from unrestricted funds. Remit to the SSC by the 15th of the following month with employee contributions.
⚠️ Audit Flags
SSC compliance is tested by the Social Security Corporation, which can audit NGOs. All staff (including expat staff if employed locally) must be enrolled from their first working day. SSC contributions on commissions and overtime must be included in the insurable salary base. NGOs are not exempt from SSC obligations.
📄 Required Documentation
Monthly SSC calculation per employee, SSC Form 4 submission, SSC payment receipt, functional allocation schedule, employee SSC enrollment certificates, and grant budget confirming SSC is included.
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