Finance Associate

Organizational Context

The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, based in Nairobi, Kenya, oversees more than 250 projects across 40 countries, focusing on fragile and conflict-affected settings. It provides strategic leadership, operational support, and oversight in key areas like Partnerships, Communications, and Project Management, aiming to advance national priorities and contribute to sustainable development across the continent.

Job Purpose

The Finance Associate plays a crucial role within the Finance Group, supporting the preparation of financial statements, conducting financial oversight and monitoring, processing financial transactions, and contributing to capacity building and system improvements. This position is vital for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial reporting according to UNOPS Financial Rules and Regulations, thereby enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations within the Africa Regional Office.

Responsibilities

The Finance Associate is responsible for supporting the preparation of interim and year-end corporate financial statements, including supporting schedules and notes. This involves data consolidation, preparing working files, and assisting during internal and external audits, including tracking audit recommendations. The role also entails coordinating and monitoring financial closure processes, reviewing reconciliations, and analyzing general ledger data for accuracy and compliance. Furthermore, the Associate will process financial transactions, review grant-related expenses, and assist in capitalizing inventory. A key aspect involves contributing to process documentation, system improvements, and becoming a subject matter expert for the UNOPS ERP system, aiming to optimize financial processes.

Work Experience

Required experience includes finance and accounting, with specific expertise in financial statement preparation, general ledger accounting, and audit support. Experience with the OneUNOPS system is desirable, as is prior work experience within an international organization or the UN system.

Skills

Auditing, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Process Improvement

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