Finance Assistant
Port Vila
- Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
- Location: Port Vila
- Grade: Administrative support - GS-4, General Service - No need for Higher Education - Locally recruited position
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Occupational Groups:
- Operations and Administrations
- Administrative support
- Banking and Finance
- Closing Date:
Job Description
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Vanuatu and direct supervision of the Head of Resources Management; and, in collaboration with the relevant units at the Coodination Office of the South Pacific, Head Quarters, Administrative Centres, and the Regional Office, the Finance Assistant will be responsible and accountable for the supporting the financial management functions in IOM Vanuatu.
Responsibilities
Extract and input data from various sources in financial or accounting systems;
Respond to accounting, budget or financial queries regarding data from staff in the unit and elsewhere;
Assist in the preparation of the payroll by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results;
Review all types of payments starting from purchase to payment requests verifying that they are duly authorized, and all the supporting documents are attached therewith;
Assist in cashflow forecasting and monitoring;
Verify vendor requests for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions;
Perform claim verifications against documentation to ensure that purchases/services are properly authorized and that the goods have been received or services rendered;
Prepare necessary receipt and journal vouchers;
Assist in the preparation of budget, accounting, financial, statistical reports and other reports as required;
Provide assistance to all staff services such as travel, expense claims, document retrieval, etc;
Ensure proper and systematic filling of all posted payments and other accounting documents according to the established standards;
Responsible for the Petty Cash of the office; and,
Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications
High School diploma with four years of relevant experience; or,
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finances, or related fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in SAP is a distinct advantage;
Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way;
Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things; and,
Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
Skills
Experience operating SAP/Oracle accounting software, preferably IOM’s ERP.
Computer literacy including proficiency in MS Office applications.
Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge in Bislama and/or French is an advantage.
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Required Skills
Job info
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)Initial Contract Duration: 9
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-4
Alternative Required Language 1: Bislama
Alternative Required Language2: French
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.