Financial Analyst

THE OECD – Who we are, what we do

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organisation comprised of 38 member countries, that works to build better policies for better lives. Our mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world.  Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, we work on establishing evidence-based international standards, and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges. From improving economic performance and creating jobs to fostering strong education and fighting international tax evasion, we provide a unique forum and knowledge hub for data and analysis, exchange of experiences, best-practice sharing, and advice on public policies and international standard-setting.

THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORATE (EXD)

The Executive Directorate (EXD) is the steward of OECD resources, on behalf of the Secretary-General.  Our focus is on people and their wellbeing; the effective and efficient management of the budget; the safety and security of staff, Delegations, visitors, and of the OECD’s data; maintaining and sustaining physical and digital infrastructure; and enabling the convening power of the OECD through conferences, meetings and events, whether virtual, physical or hybrid.  As well as providing corporate services, functions and management support to our staff and Members, we provide integrated, strategic and expert advice on corporate policies and management issues to the Secretary-General, to Council and to Standing Committees, to which we regularly report on corporate matters. We also provide compliance and risk management functions (for management areas under our purview). Ours is a fast-paced environment focused on delivering management excellence across all of our functions.

THE PROGRAMME, BUDGET AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICE (EXD/PBF)

Within the Executive Directorate (EXD), the Programme, Budget and Financial Management Service (EXD/PBF), employs a workforce of approximately 115 staff who provide stewardship of the Organisation’s financial resources on behalf of the Secretary-General. The service is composed of six main business units\: Accounting & Financial Support Division; Corporate Procurement Group; Engagement and Strategic Transformation Division; Programme of Work Management Division; Resource Management Systems Division; and Voluntary Contribution Management Group.

Within EXD/PBF, the Data & Regulatory Framework (DRF) team plays a leading role in maintaining and developing the Organisation’s financial framework and policies, provides advice and guidance to the OECD Finance Community, manages responses to auditors regarding the Organisation’s financial practices and assists corporate areas in steering their activities.

THE POSITION

EXD/PBF is looking for a Financial Analyst to assist the Data & Regulatory Framework team. The selected candidate will work in close collaboration with other EXD/PBF teams and will report to the Financial Policy and Projects Manager.

Main Responsibilities

Financial Analysis and Costing of Services

• Extract relevant data from corporate systems, carry out analyses and present results and recommendations for management decision making.
• Lead financial projects and perform costings and financial analyses as requested on emerging issues and priorities. 
• Collect and analyse all necessary information for cost analyses by organising meetings/workshops with managers and through data extraction from SAP/BO.
• Evaluate and analyse service costs and recoveries, present findings to senior managers, and identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve cost recoveries. 
• Ensure clear and full documentation of services delivered and their price calculations. Maintain up-to-date unit cost calculations in the Corporate Price Book made available to the Finance Community. 

Financial Guidance and Communications

• Provide guidance on financial policies and practices, coordinating clear and timely responses.
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly Finance Community Newsletter, liaising with all areas of EXD/PBF to obtain, review and draft essential information to be presented to Resource Management Advisors in Directorates/Programmes.
• Seek regular improvements to the Financial Community Newsletter, adapting the structure and content as required to respond to evolving needs.
• Assist in coordinating regular monthly webinars on the Finance Community Newsletter, to highlight important aspects and respond to any questions raised by members of the Finance Community.
• Coordinate supplementary guidance to be issued to the Finance Community, as required.
• Liaise with EXD/PBF teams to review policy or process improvements and flag identified risks. Make recommendations to ensure efficient and sound financial management practices.
• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders both within and outside the Organisation.

Audit and Control

• As needed, extract relevant data from corporate systems to provide requested information to auditors.
• Maintain up-to-date information in the Audit Implementation Tool, to keep track of advancement in responding to audit recommendations, in close cooperation with other areas of the Service and the Executive Director’s Office.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• A university degree in financial management, business administration, data and statistics, public policy or other related discipline (including other STEM and data science disciplines).

Professional Background

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in an international context.
• Experience in analysing complex financial information, identifying problems and risks, assessing their relative importance and proposing alternatives to reduce operational risk, increase efficiency and customer service.
• Ability to analyse data rigorously, to digest and transform it into sharp and straightforward reports and presentations for varied audiences.
• Data-driven and evidence-based mindset, strong interest in innovation and new technologies.
• Flexibility and ability to cope with conflicting requests and to meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while referring problems to supervisor.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with commitment to service and teamwork.
• Strong drafting skills and experience in providing guidance and written correspondence of a financial nature to audiences of varied backgrounds.
• Proven experience working with auditors (Internal and External), including data collection and drafting responses to inquiries.

Tools

• Very good command of Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Powerpoint).
• Experience with PowerBI, BusinessObjects and SAP would be an asset.

Languages

• Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and a knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, the other.
• Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

Core Competencies

• For this role, the following competencies would be particularly important\: Achievement focus, Analytical thinking, Teamwork, Client focus, Organisational knowledge and Drafting skills.   
• Please refer to the level 2 indicators of the OECD Core Competencies.

Contract Duration

• Two-year fixed term appointment, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers

• Monthly base salary starting from 5 136 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.  
• Please note that the appointment may be made at a lower grade based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.
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Selection Process

For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen in February and panel interviews are planned for March.

Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 65.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates [who are nationals of OECD member countries], irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.

The OECD promotes an optimal use of resources in order to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. Staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.