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Job Title    Finance Officer
Organization United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe RSCE



Duty Station Entebbe, Uganda
Job Opening Number 21-Finance-RSCE-156572-R-Entebbe M
Grade P3
 
About US
The Regional Service Centre Steering Committee is the decision-making body for RSCE, in compliance with General Assembly resolutions, United Nations Secretariat rules and regulations, strategic guidance from United Nations Headquarters and oversight bodies. The Steering Com Syspro mittee consults with the Global Field Support Strategy Implementation Coordination Team, as required.
 
Job Summary The Finance Officer reports to Service Line Manager who is the Chief of Unit. The post provides advice to staff members and managers, encompassing sub-financial specialties in relation to the activities of their Service Lines such as financial management.
 
Key Duties and Responsibilities  Within delegated authority, the Finance & Budget Officer will be responsible for the following duties
Managing the achievement of RSCE key performance indicators KPIs and all Service Level Agreement SLAs components for RSCE projects/programmes/operations related to the Accounts Unit
Ensure that the outputs produced by the team are maintain high quality standards; that reports are clear, objective, and based on comprehensive data. Plan, organize, manage, guide, train, supervise the work of the team assigned. Plan and oversee the management of the activities undertaken by the team.
Review and undertake the closing of monthly accounts, followed by preparation of financial statements for submission to client missions and Headquarters. Ensure that accounting records from IPSAS compliant Trial Balances derived, are maintained.
Scrutinizes source documents for completeness, accuracy and validity of reported figures and underlying transactions.
Assists in development of the Service Line’s annual budget development programme, particularly with respect to the establishment of major resourcing priorities, prepare cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of the Service Line’s resourcing requirements such non-staff requirements, including programmatic aspects; review, analyze and revise data with respect to the finalization of the budget proposals as well as Result Based Budgeting inputs.
Participates in the preparation, review and finalization of budget performance reports in compliance with the Legislative requirements and recommendations and Controller’s instructions; reviews and ensure valid variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.
Participates in developing inputs to the UN’s legislative processes for consideration of the Centre’s financing requirements by FOFD, Controller’s Office, the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions ACABQ and the Fifth Committee of the General Assembly.
Reviews and approves supporting vouchers for accounting transactions such as payroll, payment of staff entitlements, final payments, travel claims, vendor invoices, agencies and any other allowances for payments in conformity and adherence to applicable United Nations policies e.g., staff rules, financial regulations and rules, ST/AI issuances or practices, IPSAS policy framework etc.
Provides advice, financial interpretations, adaptations, and corrective actions in response to audits and other queries to ensure adherence to the UN Financial Regulations and Rules, Staff Rules, Administrative Instructions, Bulletins and Circulars under the guidance of the Service Delivery Manager.
Ensures the integrity of financial and management systems and the controls that underpin them. Report findings and make recommendations to Chief Financial Services.
Acts as Approving Officer under Financial Rule 105.4 in adherence with the UN Regulations and Rules.
Ensures that the established IPSAS compliance monitoring and Internal Control Framework ICF is fully implemented, and any deviations documented and reported.
Reviews and verifies completeness of documentation supporting invoices and payment

Others
Assists with the development of a communication strategy with a provision of input related to their service for RSCE dedicated intranet page on Finance issues as required.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.
 


Qualifications, Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate for the United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe RSCE Finance Officer job placement should hold an Advanced university degree Master’s degree or equivalent degree in business administration, finance, or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification as a Certified Public Accountant CPA, Chartered accountant CA or equivalent is desirable.
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in finance, administration, budget, business administration or related area is required. An additional 2 years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience with United Nations systems and processes is highly desirable.
Experience with application of International Public Accounting Standards IPSAS is highly desirable
Experience in a service centre operation or similar setup is highly desirable
Languages fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French or Spanish is desirable.
 
Competencies
Professionalism Knowledge of financial, budgetary and grant management principles and practices. Ability to independently conduct research and analysis, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. 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; 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.
Accountability Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility of delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable
 
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates should send their applications through the United Nations online portal at the link below.
 
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Deadline 25th July 2021
 

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