CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 31 Oct 2014

Purposeof the Position

Under the general supervision of the Chief of Operations, the Finance and Accounts Officer assists in the area of accounting control, recording, reporting of assets, liabilities and income. Monitors the appropriate disbursements of funds and payments of accounts in accordance with the rules, regulations and established budgetary limits.

Key Expected Results

1. Controls and operates bank accounts in accordance with UN/UNICEF financial rules and regulations and local banking practices. Provides up-to-date information on the cash position or status of such accounts. Reconciles bank statements, keeps abreast of all procedures and regulations regarding the maintenance of bank accounts, exchange and interest rates, etc.
2. Certifies the appropriate, accurate and timely processing and recording of disbursements and payments, (e.g., MIP, travel claims, pension fund, insurance, advances to government), in accordance with established rules, regulations and systems, and within budgetary limits. Also ensures recovery of advances and accounts receivable.
3. Monitors financial transactions and accounting reports, and reconciliation of accounts, to ensure accurate and up-to-date financial information. Prepares required reports and statements for the Head of Office and HQ.
4. Manages GFSS system, provides training and orientation to staff on its use and coordinates with EDP on technical adjustments or irregularities to meet local conditions. Supervises timely maintenance of computerized accounting and finance systems
5. Controls petty cash fund, disbursements, recording and accounting.
6. Reviews budget expenditures by codes against approved allotments, and verifies compliance with reports received from HQs.

Remarks

1. This vacancy announcement is only open to nationals of Sierra Leone.
2. UNICEF offers competitive Benefits and Entitlements, including Annual leave, Dependency allowance, Medical and dental insurance, Pension scheme and other benefits.
3. The successful candidate is expected to start on 15 November 2014

How to apply:

To apply visit:

Link for external candidates

https://careers.unicef.org/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PA...

Link for internal candidates

https://careers.unicef.org/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PA...