Senior Finance Assistant
2 weeks ago
Job Description
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All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCRs core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.Duties:
Maintain financial records for project or other office accounts for which responsibility is assigned. Record receipts and payments, assure accuracy of computation and completeness of documents and maintain continuing status of allotments against obligations.Prepare recurring reports on assigned accounts, noting problems resulting from excess cost or less-than-expected receipts.Prepare special reports to clarify problems or as requested for other reasons.Calculate and compile cost estimates and projected budget requirements and assist in preparation of budget statements for area of assignment.Prepare routine correspondence and maintain contracts with others to discuss matters concerning accounts and related assignments.Maintain contacts with local banks to clarify questions pertaining to office bank accounts.Brief and assist new staff on basic financial procedures and requirements with respect to payments, entitlements, banking and currency provisions and other requirements relating to accounts and finance.Initiate correspondence to verify data, answer queries and obtain additional information on accounts and financial transactions, as required.Perform other related duties as required.Minimum Qualifications:
Education & Professional Work ExperienceYears of Experience / Degree LevelFor G5 – 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higherLanguage Requirements:
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.Source:
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