Overview
The Finance Analyst is responsible for the effective delivery of financial services and the transparent utilization of financial resources within UNFPA, analyzing and interpreting financial rules and regulations to provide solutions to complex financial issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure effective and accurate financial resources management and oversight.
- Implement operational and financial management strategies.
- Exercise proper control of CO accounts.
- Facilitate building and sharing knowledge of finance among Country Office staff.
- Lead the finance team in supporting smooth functioning of financial and budget management.
Required Experience
- Relevant experience in finance, accounting, and/or budget management.
- Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Proven experience in interpreting and applying financial rules and regulations.
- Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Quantum/Oracle-based systems) is highly desirable.
- Prior experience with the UN system or international organizations is an advantage.
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems and ERP financials, preferably PeopleSoft;
- Experience of IPSAS or IFRS is an added advantage.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree in Business Administration, Finance / Accounting, or related discipline.