Finance Officer

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Description

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How can you make a difference? 

The Finance Officer is responsible for providing support to the supervisors and colleagues in the office by administering and executing a variety of professional and technical financial transactions and processes, applying theoretical skills and through knowledge of organizational goals, objectives, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to complete the tasks.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• Support to financial planning and management
• Control of accounts
• Treasury and cash management
• Knowledge and capacity building

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

• Education:  A first level university degree in accounting, financial management or another related financial field is required. Supplemental formal financial / accounting training may be accepted if university degree is not in a related financial field. Diploma qualification in CIPFA is acceptable in lieu of relevant university degree, or its equivalent.
• Work Experience: A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in financial management or audit is required. Experience in an international organization and/or large corporation is preferred. Experience in a UN system agency or organization some of which served in a developing country is considered as an asset. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel required. Experience in database packages, web-based management systems and ERP systems (preferably SAP financial modules) is considered as an asset. Experience with IPSAS and/or IFRS is considered as an asset.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Arabic are required. Knowledge of other official UN languages (Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.

Source:https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/576607

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