Job Title :Accountant, P3
Department/ Office: ACCOUNTS DIVISION
Duty Station: NEW YORK
Posting Period 7 October 2010-6 December 2010
Job Opening number 10-FIN-dm oppba ad-15351-R-NEW YORK
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This post is located in the Payroll and Disbursement Section, Accounts Division within the Office of Programme Planning, Budget and Accounts.
Department/ Office: ACCOUNTS DIVISION
Duty Station: NEW YORK
Posting Period 7 October 2010-6 December 2010
Job Opening number 10-FIN-dm oppba ad-15351-R-NEW YORK
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This post is located in the Payroll and Disbursement Section, Accounts Division within the Office of Programme Planning, Budget and Accounts.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, Accountants will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and may not be carried out by all Accountants.) Analyze accounts and review/evaluate regular financial reports at Headquarters, from Offices-away -from-Headquarters, and Peacekeeping and Special Political Missions; Identify problem transactions and irregularities in related accounts, resolving them in a timely and effective manner; Approve/Confirm that proposed obligations or expenditure for services, facilities supplies and equipment expenses, as well as those pertaining to personnel, are in accordance with the Financial Regulations and Rules of the UN, relevant appropriations and staffing tables and corresponding approved allotments; Coordinate and supervise the processing of Inter-Office Vouchers, billings, payroll, government and vendor claims, and travel claims; Monitor, analyze, and approve transactions for entry into the accounting system (IMIS). Keep abreast and provide guidance on IMIS procedures; Ensure that appropriate internal control systems are functioning to ensure accurate financial reporting and that all relevant records are maintained; Assist in preparing or consolidating financial statements for inclusion in the UN Financial Statements to be audited; Review the financial statements of other entities for which the Controller has certification authority; Provide advice and guidance concerning the United Nations Financial Regulations and Rules and accounting policies, procedures and practices providing authoritative interpretation of requirements for handling transactions; Define requirements and work with systems units with respect to production of relevant financial reports; Participate in the development of accounting policies including those related to international accounting standards; Provide information needed to respond to internal/external audit observations; Assist in administering United Nationsincome tax reimbursement system; Perform other related duties as required.
Within delegated authority, Accountants will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and may not be carried out by all Accountants.) Analyze accounts and review/evaluate regular financial reports at Headquarters, from Offices-away -from-Headquarters, and Peacekeeping and Special Political Missions; Identify problem transactions and irregularities in related accounts, resolving them in a timely and effective manner; Approve/Confirm that proposed obligations or expenditure for services, facilities supplies and equipment expenses, as well as those pertaining to personnel, are in accordance with the Financial Regulations and Rules of the UN, relevant appropriations and staffing tables and corresponding approved allotments; Coordinate and supervise the processing of Inter-Office Vouchers, billings, payroll, government and vendor claims, and travel claims; Monitor, analyze, and approve transactions for entry into the accounting system (IMIS). Keep abreast and provide guidance on IMIS procedures; Ensure that appropriate internal control systems are functioning to ensure accurate financial reporting and that all relevant records are maintained; Assist in preparing or consolidating financial statements for inclusion in the UN Financial Statements to be audited; Review the financial statements of other entities for which the Controller has certification authority; Provide advice and guidance concerning the United Nations Financial Regulations and Rules and accounting policies, procedures and practices providing authoritative interpretation of requirements for handling transactions; Define requirements and work with systems units with respect to production of relevant financial reports; Participate in the development of accounting policies including those related to international accounting standards; Provide information needed to respond to internal/external audit observations; Assist in administering United Nationsincome tax reimbursement system; Perform other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism:
Proven conceptual analytical, and evaluative skills and ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identifying issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations; A complete, in-depth grasp of financial principles and practices including the ones related to the United States Tax Code. Knowledge of UN Financial Regulations and Rules, Staff Rules and Regulations and human resources policies. Advanced computer skills including spreadsheet and database applications. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Professionalism:
Proven conceptual analytical, and evaluative skills and ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identifying issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations; A complete, in-depth grasp of financial principles and practices including the ones related to the United States Tax Code. Knowledge of UN Financial Regulations and Rules, Staff Rules and Regulations and human resources policies. Advanced computer skills including spreadsheet and database applications. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Planning & Organizing:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
Teamwork:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with extensive experience working with U.S income taxes may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent is desirable.
Work Experience
Five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting operations of a large, decentralized organisation and with United States income taxes is required. Exposure to the UN Tax reimbursement system is also required. Experience in the use and application of the UN’s financial regulations and rules, accounting policies and practices is desirable.
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with extensive experience working with U.S income taxes may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent is desirable.
Work Experience
Five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting operations of a large, decentralized organisation and with United States income taxes is required. Exposure to the UN Tax reimbursement system is also required. Experience in the use and application of the UN’s financial regulations and rules, accounting policies and practices is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Special Notice
- Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
- Priority consideration for vacancies at the P3 level will be given to internal candidates and candidates who have passed a competitive examination.
- Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
- Priority consideration for vacancies at the P3 level will be given to internal candidates and candidates who have passed a competitive examination.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
