UNOPS Finance Assistant Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

UNOPS Finance Assistant Jobs in Nairobi Kenya


Background Information

Under the guidance and supervision of the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant provides a variety of specialized finance, accounting, and clerical functions related to project accounting and financial reporting. The He/she ensures high quality, accuracy and consistency of work and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNOPS financial rules and regulations.

The Finance Assistant works in close collaboration with the UNOPS operations, program and projects’ staff for resolving finance-related issues and information exchange.

Functional competencies

  • Full compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations of financial processes, financial records and reports and audit follow up; implementation of the effective internal control framework.
  • Input to the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Finance in consultation with the direct supervisor and office management.
  • Provides support to Treasury, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Review of payment requests for completeness prior to processing to ensure that documentation is complete and all information concerning the payment has been supplied; proper accounting codes used; certification of services rendered/goods delivered is written on the payment document and duly signed by authorized officials; payment to sub-contractors are in compliance with terms and conditions of agreement.
  • Preparation of vouchers and review of supporting documents to ensure completeness, accuracy and correctness of accounts codes charges; entry of transactions in the computerized accounting and finance system.
  • Monitoring of financial recorded expenditures and related contributions to ensure timely and accurate accounting information.
  • Analysis of reports, investigation and adjustment as required.
  • Communication with colleagues/clients on areas requiring verification, corrections, additional information, etc. to improve quality of output and/or account submission and increase knowledge base in the process.
  • Monitoring of cash requirements and expenditures.
  • Provision of
    finance system support (UNOPS ERP Financial System, PeopleSoft) to field offices and regional office staff for Project
  • Accounting and Financial Reporting
  • Ensure the maintenance of a good filing and archiving system for the purpose of achieving quick reference and up-to-date financial records.

    Monitoring and Progress Controls

  • The key results have an impact on the overall execution of the UNOPS financial services. Accurate data entry and presentation of financial information and a client-oriented approach enhances UNOPS’ capability to effectively and efficiently manage financial resources.

    Education
  • Completion of secondary school or equivalent is required.
  • University degree or diploma or certification in related subjects; accounting, business administration or finance is an asset and may be accepted in lieu of respective years of experience.

    Experience
  • At least 4 years of relevant finance experience is required at the national or international level.
  • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Office 2003 and/or newer versions) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is desired.

    Languages
  • Fluency in written and oral English is required.

    How to Apply
  • Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 11th June 2019
  • For more information and job application details, see; UNOPS Finance Assistant Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

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