Finance Assistant

Overview

The Finance Assistant ensures effective and transparent utilization of financial resources and integrity of financial services under the guidance of the Assistant Resident Representative/Operations and direct supervision of Head of Finance.

Tasks Summary

• Support administration and implementation of operational strategies and adapt processes and procedures.
• Support administration of budgets of CO management projects, clearance of budgets for development projects, and functioning of an optimal cost-recovery system.
• Provide accounting and administrative support to the Finance unit.
• Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years with progressive responsible finance and accounting experience at the national or international level.
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and web-based management systems such as ERP financial and database packages.
• Knowledge and experience of ticket-based service management systems (e.g., Salesforce/UNALL, or equivalent) is considered an asset.

Qualification Requirements

Secondary education

Other Details

Languages Required: Portuguese, Level: Native language, Required

Languages Preferred: French, Level: Fluent, Desirable English, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Contract Duration: 6 months (with possibility of extension)

Work Modality: Onsite

Remuneration: The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents - except for UN Community Volunteers), as well as final repatriation (if applicable).