• Job Title: Finance Assistant

• Location: Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya (On-site)

• Company: UNOPS

• Job Type: Full-time, Entry-level

• Application Period: 04-Apr-2023 to 20-Apr-2023

About the Company:

UNOPS is a non-profit organization that helps the UN and its partners provide peace and security, humanitarian and development solutions. Their mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development. They are focused on implementation, with a commitment to UN values and private sector efficiency. UNOPS is a team of over 10,000 professionals working in more than 80 countries.

Job Description:

As a Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for implementing operational strategies, treasury functions, accounting, administrative and clerical support, financial reporting, knowledge building, and knowledge sharing. The key results have an impact on the overall execution of the UNOPS financial services. Accurate data entry and presentation of financial information and a client-oriented approach enhance UNOPS’ capability to effectively and efficiently manage financial resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure full compliance of financial processes and financial records with UNOPS rules, regulations, policies, and strategies.
• Provide accounting and administrative support, including review of vouchers and supporting documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, and correctness of accounts codes charges, and entry of transactions in the computerized accounting and finance system.
• Monitor financial recorded expenditures and related contributions to ensure timely and accurate accounting information.
• Assist in the reconciliation of expenditures recorded in oneUNOPS.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, including implementation of reporting systems and reports to meet funding source requirements.
• Assist the finance officer in the management of the VAT and Operational Advance balance accounts.
• Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing, including participation in finance-focused training and contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Hiring Jobs: Assistant Manager, Service Delivery

Requirements:

• Completion of Secondary School is required.
• Diploma Certificate in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or other relevant disciplines with two (2) years of relevant experience may be accepted.
• At the national level, a minimum of four (4) years of relevant accounting and financial management experience is required.
• Experience/knowledge of web-based applications and Google Suite products, especially Google Forms, Sheets, Docs, and Slides is an asset.
• Fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of the second UN working language is desirable.

At UNOPS, they embrace diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunities. Their workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities, cultures, and races. They speak various languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. They encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

If you are looking to think big, meet challenges head-on, and help people build better lives, then join UNOPS. Apply now and be part of a team that makes a difference! Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.