Senior Finance Assistant (AP/AR) - (Temporary Appointment)

This position is advertised open to internal and external applicants.
NOTE: For GSC Budapest, the required years of work experience is reduced to 50%, i.e. 2.5 years. A completed and relevant minimum first level university degree (equivalent to BA) shall count in full (100%) towards the required years of work experience. Priority will be given to eligible applicants meeting the full requirements. Internal candidates
General Service Staff members currently serving at the duty station where the vacancy exists, who have been appointed through the AC process and have indefinite or Fixed Term appointment.  Interested staff members should consult the Policy and Procedures on Assignments of Locally recruited Staff (PPAL).

External candidates must be legally present in Hungary at the time of application, recruitment and hire. Senior Finance Assistant (AP/AR)

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The Senior Finance Assistant is part of the AP/AR Unit in the Accounts Section of the newly restructured Accounts and Financial Service (formerly Financial Control Section). He/she provides technical support with the processing of financial transactions, and monitors compliance with applicable financial regulations and rules.

FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT

Accountability

- Transactions are accurately and completely processed.
- Users at HQ and in the field are provided with technical support, as appropriate.

Responsibility

- Carry out assigned regular transactions and processes basic to the work of the unit.
- Monitor compliance by users at HQ and in the field with relevant financial rules and procedures.
- Assist with the month-end and year-end closure of accounts and audit issues.
- Provide technical support to users at HQ and in the field, and participate in field missions as requested.
- Identify possibilities for improving processes and field support.
- Act as back-up to other staff members in the Unit.
- Perform other duties as required.

Authority

- Recommend ways to improve cooperation between the Unit and users at HQ and in the field.
- Propose instructions for the month-end and year-end closure of accounts.
- Propose responses to audit queries.
- Obtain from HQ and field offices any information necessary to carry out his/her responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

- Secondary education, together with training/certificate in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field.
- Minimum five years of previous job experience in the field of accounting or finance.
- Working experience with ERP financial modules, such as PeopleSoft, Oracle or SAP.
- Excellent computer skills, in particular in MS Office applications.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Fluency in English, including strong drafting skills.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

- Good knowledge of United Nations financial rules and procedures.
- Good understanding of accrual accounting (such as IPSAS or IFRS).
- Working knowledge of French. Competencies as defined in Job Profile Please also note that English is essential for this Job Opening.
Fluency in English, including strong drafting skills.
Working knowledge of French is desirable. The closing date is 15 November 2019.

Temporary Appointment for a period of 3 months with the possibility of extension.

BENEFITS
Health insurance plan: locally recruited staff members in Budapest will be enrolled in the Medical Insurance Plan (MIP). The coverage is also optionally available for eligible family members.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit for a test. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. No late applications will be accepted.

UNHCR is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).