JOB DESCRIPTION

BACKGROUND:

Please note this roster primarily aims to establish a pool of qualified Financial Reporting Specialist and is not looking to fill an immediate need.

A professional accountant qualification is required for this position, and applicants without this qualification will not be considered.

UNOPS mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS provides its partners with advisory, implementation and transactional services, with projects ranging from building schools and hospitals, to procuring goods and services and training local personnel. UNOPS works closely with governments and communities to ensure increased economic, social and environmental sustainability for the projects we support, with a focus on developing national capacity.

UNOPS vision is a world where people can live full lives supported by appropriate, sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and by the efficient and transparent use of public resources in procurement and project management.

With over 8,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

The Finance Group (FG) is a critical and strategic business function in UNOPS and serves as an authoritative and integrated partner in the organization on strategic financial planning and budgeting, financial policy, practices, analysis, management services and reporting, organisational treasury and investments, internal control and enterprise risk management. As the steward of resources of a self-financing UN entity, FG is accountable for processes to ensure timely cost recovery and reporting to partners, maintaining the integrity and transparency of financial management of resources in accordance with the highest standards of ethics and organisational/international accountability framework and the accurate and transparent financial reporting to governing bodies, clients, partners and stakeholders.

The Financial Reporting Specialist reports to the Head of Financial Statements and UNBOA Relations who provides broad supervision and guidance. The Financial Reporting Specialist is responsible for efficient financial reporting and the provision of accurate, thoroughly researched and documented financial information for preparation of the financial statement. He/she analyzes and interprets the financial rules and regulations and the applicable accounting standards (IPSAS) and provides solutions to a wide spectrum of complex financial issues. The Financial Reporting Specialist supervises support personnel and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNOPS rules and regulations.

Please note this roster primarily aims to establish a pool of qualified Financial Reporting Specialist and is not looking to fill an immediate need.

A professional accountant qualification is required for this position, and applicants without this qualification will not be considered.

UNOPS mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

Please note this roster primarily aims to establish a pool of qualified Financial Reporting Specialist and is not looking to fill an immediate need.

A professional accountant qualification is required for this position, and applicants without this qualification will not be considered.Please note this roster primarily aims to establish a pool of qualified Financial Reporting Specialist and is not looking to fill an immediate need.
Please note this roster primarily aims to establish a pool of qualified Financial Reporting Specialist and is not looking to fill an immediate need.

A professional accountant qualification is required for this position, and applicants without this qualification will not be considered.

UNOPS mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS provides its partners with advisory, implementation and transactional services, with projects ranging from building schools and hospitals, to procuring goods and services and training local personnel. UNOPS works closely with governments and communities to ensure increased economic, social and environmental sustainability for the projects we support, with a focus on developing national capacity.

UNOPS provides its partners with advisory, implementation and transactional services,… [truncated] | RESPONSIBILITIES:

Background Information – Rosters Background Information – Rosters

At the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), we strive for excelle…

At the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), we strive for excellence! We work in challenging environments around the world and we best serve people in need by being able to fill business critical roles very quickly.

In order to strengthen our capacity to meet our future needs for new colleagues, UNOPS has an ambitious and proactive recruitment approach: the Rosters. For business critical roles, we establish rosters which are pools of assessed candidates who can be recruited in an efficient manner once a vacancy arises. Roster members will be considered first for external vacancies. As a member you will remain on the roster for a duration of up to 3 years.

UNOPS is looking for candidates who are internationally mobile.

Further information about UNOPS and its international activities can be found here and information about Rosters can be found here.

At the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), we strive for excellence! We work in challenging environments around the world and we best serve people in need by being able to fill business critical roles very quickly.

At the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), we strive for excellence! We work in challenging environments around the world and we best serve people in need by being able to fill business critical roles very quickly.

In order to strengthen our capacity to meet our future needs for new colleagues, UNOPS has an ambitious and proactive recruitment approach: the Rosters. For business critical roles, we establish rosters which are pools of assessed candidates who can be recruited in an efficient manner once a vacancy arises. Roster members will be considered first for external vacancies. As a member you will remain on the roster for a duration of up to 3 years.

In order to strengthen our capacity to meet our future needs for new colleagues, UNOPS has an ambitious and proactive recruitment approach: the Rosters. For business critical roles, we establish rosters which are pools of assessed candidates who can be recruited in an efficient manner once a vacancy arises. Roster members will be considered first for external vacancies. As a member you will remain on the roster for a duration of up to 3 years.

UNOPS is looking for candidates who are internationally mobile.

UNOPS is looking for candidates who are internationally mobile. Further information about UNOPS and its international activities can be found here here<… [truncated] | REQUIREMENTS:

Functional Responsibilities Functional Responsibilities

Corporate financial statements Financial oversight and monitoring …

1. Competencies

   Competencies Competencies

   Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex…

   Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex…

    

   Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.

   Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

   Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

   Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

   Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

   Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

   Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

   Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding c… [truncated] | CONTRACT: Education/Experience/Language requirements Education/Experience/Language requirements Education/Experience/Language requirements Education: A Master”s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accountin… Education: A Master”s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accountin… Education: A Master”s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor”s or equivalent) in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master”s degree. Professional certification in accounting (CA, CPA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, etc.), audit (CIA) or equivalent is required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience within an international environment in the areas of financial reporting, audit and accounting. A thorough knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Experience with software tools to present data clearly and concisely is highly desirable. Knowledge and experience in ERP system developments and process improvements and automation is considered an asset. Exposure to complex stakeholder landscapes, and ability to constructively challenge the status quo Language Requirements: Full working knowledge of English. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.   Education: A Master”s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor”s or equivalent) in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master”s degree. Professional certification in accounting (CA, CPA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, etc.), audit (CIA) or equivalent is required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience within an international environment in the areas of financial reporting, audit and accounting. A thorough knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Experience with software tools to present data clearly and concisely is highly desirable. Knowledge and experience in ERP system developments and process improvements and automation is considered an asset. Exposure to complex stakeholder landscapes, and ability to constructively challenge the status quo Language Requirements: Full working knowledge of English. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset. EducationEducation: A Master”s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor”s or equivalent) in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master”s degree. A Master”s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a related field is required. A Master”s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a related field is required. A Master”s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor”s or equivalent) in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master”s degree. A first-level university degree (Bachelor”s or equivalent) in combination with additional… [truncated]