Finance Officer/Cashier job at United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE) | Apply Now

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance or related field is required. A first level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job – Specific Qualification

• Professional certification/accreditation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant or by a similar professional body is required Knowledge and experience with International Public Sector Accounting standards (IPSAS) is required. Knowledge and experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is desirable.

Work Experience

• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, public administration or accounting, preferably in cashier and treasury functions or in the banking industry is required. For first level degree holders, nine (9) years of qualifying experience will be a must.

• Sound experience in managing Teams within the Finance function is required.

• Experience in the use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, for instance Umoja (SAP) or similar, is desirable.

• Experience working with several banks in managing cash balances and release of various payroll and non-payroll payments is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is desirable

Competencies

• Professionalism: Effective and efficient in implementing Treasury and accounting policies, procedures and new programs; commitment to implement the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of peace operations. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments -Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards -Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules -Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments -Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

• Managing Performance: Ability to establish priorities and to plan and encourage performance, and coordinate and monitor work of others, delegate appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority.