National Post: Finance Associate
Johannesburg
- Organization: UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund
- Location: Johannesburg
- Grade: Administrative support - GS-6, General Service - No need for Higher Education - Locally recruited position
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Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Banking and Finance
- Closing Date: Closed
This post is open only to nationals and permanent residents of South Africa
The Finance Associate will provide advisory support to a group of Country Offices with respect to operating fund account reconciliations, financial policy application and Atlas processing; analysis of CO trial balance and review of CO expenditures and balances sheet accounts to ensure accuracy of the accounts; assistance to Cos in fulfillment of their accountability obligations; and assistance in the year end closure processes.
Requirements and Qualifications:
Education: Completion of secondary education and successful completion of UN accounting test (if applicable).
Knowledge and Experience
- 6 years finance-related work experience –accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, etc. Experience in application of IPSAS or IFRS would be advantageous.
- Proficiency in use of spreadsheets, word processing and computerized accounting systems (preferable PeolpleSoft)
- Successful completion of UN accounting test;
- Strong written and oral communication skills.;
- Ability to organize effectively, work under pressure with attention to detail, precision and accuracy.
- Dedication to UN principles and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with persons of different national back round.
Languages: Fluency in English. Working knowledge of French and/or Portugese,an asset
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