Associate Finance Officer-Audit & Verification

Organizational Context

UNRWA is the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East, employing over 30,000 staff across five operational areas. It seeks committed personnel to make a tangible difference for vulnerable communities. The Associate Finance Officer - Audit and Verification role reports to the Audit and Verification Specialist - P4, contributing to the agency's mission.

Job Purpose

The Associate Finance Officer - Audit and Verification plays a crucial role in supporting the supervisor with the coordination of the UN Board of Auditors (UNBoA) interim and final audits, as well as EU expenditure verifications. This involves extensive engagement with various departments and fields, managing audit requests and responses, and developing tracking mechanisms. The role is instrumental in ensuring smooth logistical arrangements for audits, providing regular progress updates, and coordinating orientations and training. Furthermore, it contributes to the preparation of reports on outstanding audit recommendations and supports the maintenance of audit-related documentation and systems. The position also assists in broader finance functions, including financial transaction review and reconciliation, and supports quality assurance activities like Enterprise Risk Management and Statement of Internal Controls.

Responsibilities

Coordinate UN Board of Auditors (UNBoA) interim and final audits and EU expenditure verifications, including engagement with departments, planning meetings, and managing audit requests and responses. Develop and maintain a tracking mechanism for audit queries and submissions. Coordinate logistics for audit activities, such as travel, IT access, and meeting arrangements. Provide regular progress updates on audits and verifications. Prepare lists and summaries of outstanding audit recommendations, coordinate responses, and report on their status. Maintain an updated list of audit focal points and manage audit-related documentation in SharePoint. Organize audit meetings and coordinate physical verification field visits. Prepare presentations on audit and verification findings. Support finance functions by reviewing, analyzing, and reconciling financial transactions and balances for compliance with donor agreements and IPSAS. Assist in other quality assurance activities, including presentations on lessons learned, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and Statement of Internal Controls (SIC).

Work Experience

A minimum of four years of relevant experience in finance or audit within a governmental, international, or large commercial organization is required. Experience with computer-based financial systems, auditing, accounting, budgeting, and financial management is essential. Experience in a UN common system audit or finance office, with IPSAS or IFRS, and professional accounting body membership are desirable.

Skills

Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Communication, Working with People, Drive for Results, Relating and Networking, Following Instructions and Procedures, Coping with Pressure and Setbacks, Persuading and Influencing, Analyzing.

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