Finance Assistant

Full-time
UNICEF Uganda
Description

Position: Finance Assistant
Location: Uganda
Organization: UNICEF
Deadline: September 9, 2024

UNICEF Uganda is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant at the G-4 level to support the Country Programme under the close supervision of the Finance Officer (NOB). This role involves performing standardized financial clerical duties, accounting tasks, and ensuring efficient financial recording and reporting to facilitate management oversight and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review payment requests for completeness and accuracy before submission.
  • Assist in the preparation and disbursement of cheques, and manage receipts and related processes.
  • Serve as the designated bank agent, maintaining effective relationships with house banks and assisting staff with bank account onboarding.
  • Perform financial spot checks of implementing partners as required.
  • Maintain electronic accounting records and proper filing for easy retrieval of accounting data.
  • Backstop other roles and perform year-end closure activities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Education: Completion of secondary education with at least one year of formal training in finance and accounting. Proficiency in operating PCs, calculators, or other machines used to maintain accounts. A bachelor’s degree may replace three years of related work experience, and a master’s degree may replace an additional two years.
  • Experience: Four years of general clerical experience, including some in accounting clerical work.
  • Language: Fluency in English is required.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply through the following link: UNICEF Finance Assistant Application.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Apply by September 9, 2024, to be considered.

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