Deputy Chief Accounts Division, Amman
UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST UNRWA
UNRWA is the United Nations agency responsible for responding to the humanitarian and development requirements of a population of some 5 million Palestine refugees living in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, Jordan, Lebanon and the Syrian Arab Republic. UNRWA is committed to assisting Palestine refugees in maintaining a decent standard of living, acquiring appropriate knowledge and skills, enjoying the fullest possible extent of human rights, and leading long and healthy lives. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East. Most UNRWA staff are refugees themselves, working directly to benefit their communities - as teachers, doctors, nurses or social workers. For its international team, UNRWA seeks a qualified:
Deputy Chief Accounts Division
Vacancy Announcement Number 11-HQ-AM-55 Grade P-4 Deadline for Applications 9 December 2011 Duty Station HQ Amman
This is a professional post assisting the Chief, Accounts Division in the control of and proper accounting for financial transactions of the Agency, and in the provision of technical guidance to related activities in the fields. In accordance with the established Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent will:
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
* Initiate, review and coordinate amendments to various reports, Finance Manual and Finance Technical Instructions used Agency-wide; coordinate implementation of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), financial policies and systems in cooperation with senior staff in Finance Department, at HQs and Fields, Procurement and Logistics Division and ERP staff;
* Identify, initiate and manage accounting areas requiring IPSAS compliance and ensures coordination with all stakeholders on implementation;
* Assist Chief, Accounts Division with a variety of special assignments requiring extensive research and data analysis as required including supervision of staff, and in other assignments of relevance including officiating for Chief Accounts Division in his absence;
* Review accounting systems, IPSAS policies and proposes solutions, including involvement in revisions of financial software applications; provide analysis to ensure Agency's compliance with IPSAS in its financial statements and reporting;
* Work as Finance Department's focal point on issues such as Inter-Agency coordination on matters relating to accounting and financial reporting, finance recruitment matters, IPSAS matters, FFO's meetings etc;
* Research and draft replies to internal oversight and UNBOA audit comments and recommendations and set measures to implement and follow-up audit recommendations;
* Contribute and carry out related activities with respect to development and implementation of ERP modules; assist in coordination with respect to the Agency's present and proposed ERP system;
* Provide guidance to Accounts Division staff in the review of complex accounting issues requiring professional judgment, including review of various reports to meet UN HQ reporting needs;
* Authorize vouchers and other transaction documents as directed by the supervisor; assist, as required, in the examination and authorization of claims for and against the Agency, with particular reference to staff claims;
* Assist with the coordination and follows up with the Fields and other Departments for purposes of resolving financial matters;
* Coordinate action on operational matters either within the Department of Finance or the Field Offices including accounts closing activities.
Professional Knowledge and Experience
* Advanced university degree in accountancy, business administration or related field;
* Membership in a professional body of accountants such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA etc;
* Eight years' of related experience including three years at the international level in a large governmental or commercial organization in accounting system, policies, financial reporting and accounting standards development or related work. Experience should include application and exposure to computer based financial systems;
* Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Competencies
* Proven skills in modern methods of accounting including results-based accounting;
* Demonstrated ability to operate personal computers, ERP systems and knowledge of standard applications;
* Excellent analytical skills;
* Ability to cope with multiple tasks effectively;
* Ability to work under difficult conditions;
* Demonstrated management skills in a multi-cultural environment;
* Ability to motivate staff;
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with people at all levels in the organization;
* Working Knowledge of IPSAS or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFFRS) and Conventions.
Desirable Qualifications
* Coursework and training in management studies and computer based financial systems;
* Diverse experience in budget/financial matters in the UN system;
* Working knowledge of written and spoken Arabic;
Equivalency When the minimum requirements are not fully met, the Human Resources Department may substitute part of the unmet requirements under UNRWA's equivalency determination guidelines with a combination of relevant academic qualification, additional professional training and/or progressive relevant work experience. Note: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered sufficient for an equivalency determination.
Conditions of Service
UNRWA offers an attractive compensation package including annual salary starting at $72,373 net tax free with dependants or $67,395 single, plus post adjustment of 42.9%. Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include education grant, dependency allowance, home leave, pension fund, health insurance and 6 weeks annual leave. All UNRWA duty stations (with the exception of Gaza) are family duty stations. Initial contract is for one year, with the possibility of further extensions subject to the availability of funds and the continuing need for the post.
How to Apply To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees from accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. Initial contract is for one year, with the possibility of further extensions subject to the availability of funds and the continuing need for the post.
UNRWA does not charge a fee at any stage in the recruitment process.
General Information UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights, for diversity, and for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.
How to apply:
To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees from accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. Initial contract is for one year, with the possibility of further extensions subject to the availability of funds and the continuing need for the post.
UNRWA is the United Nations agency responsible for responding to the humanitarian and development requirements of a population of some 5 million Palestine refugees living in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, Jordan, Lebanon and the Syrian Arab Republic. UNRWA is committed to assisting Palestine refugees in maintaining a decent standard of living, acquiring appropriate knowledge and skills, enjoying the fullest possible extent of human rights, and leading long and healthy lives. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East. Most UNRWA staff are refugees themselves, working directly to benefit their communities - as teachers, doctors, nurses or social workers. For its international team, UNRWA seeks a qualified:
Deputy Chief Accounts Division
Vacancy Announcement Number 11-HQ-AM-55 Grade P-4 Deadline for Applications 9 December 2011 Duty Station HQ Amman
This is a professional post assisting the Chief, Accounts Division in the control of and proper accounting for financial transactions of the Agency, and in the provision of technical guidance to related activities in the fields. In accordance with the established Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent will:
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
* Initiate, review and coordinate amendments to various reports, Finance Manual and Finance Technical Instructions used Agency-wide; coordinate implementation of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), financial policies and systems in cooperation with senior staff in Finance Department, at HQs and Fields, Procurement and Logistics Division and ERP staff;
* Identify, initiate and manage accounting areas requiring IPSAS compliance and ensures coordination with all stakeholders on implementation;
* Assist Chief, Accounts Division with a variety of special assignments requiring extensive research and data analysis as required including supervision of staff, and in other assignments of relevance including officiating for Chief Accounts Division in his absence;
* Review accounting systems, IPSAS policies and proposes solutions, including involvement in revisions of financial software applications; provide analysis to ensure Agency's compliance with IPSAS in its financial statements and reporting;
* Work as Finance Department's focal point on issues such as Inter-Agency coordination on matters relating to accounting and financial reporting, finance recruitment matters, IPSAS matters, FFO's meetings etc;
* Research and draft replies to internal oversight and UNBOA audit comments and recommendations and set measures to implement and follow-up audit recommendations;
* Contribute and carry out related activities with respect to development and implementation of ERP modules; assist in coordination with respect to the Agency's present and proposed ERP system;
* Provide guidance to Accounts Division staff in the review of complex accounting issues requiring professional judgment, including review of various reports to meet UN HQ reporting needs;
* Authorize vouchers and other transaction documents as directed by the supervisor; assist, as required, in the examination and authorization of claims for and against the Agency, with particular reference to staff claims;
* Assist with the coordination and follows up with the Fields and other Departments for purposes of resolving financial matters;
* Coordinate action on operational matters either within the Department of Finance or the Field Offices including accounts closing activities.
Professional Knowledge and Experience
* Advanced university degree in accountancy, business administration or related field;
* Membership in a professional body of accountants such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA etc;
* Eight years' of related experience including three years at the international level in a large governmental or commercial organization in accounting system, policies, financial reporting and accounting standards development or related work. Experience should include application and exposure to computer based financial systems;
* Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Competencies
* Proven skills in modern methods of accounting including results-based accounting;
* Demonstrated ability to operate personal computers, ERP systems and knowledge of standard applications;
* Excellent analytical skills;
* Ability to cope with multiple tasks effectively;
* Ability to work under difficult conditions;
* Demonstrated management skills in a multi-cultural environment;
* Ability to motivate staff;
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with people at all levels in the organization;
* Working Knowledge of IPSAS or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFFRS) and Conventions.
Desirable Qualifications
* Coursework and training in management studies and computer based financial systems;
* Diverse experience in budget/financial matters in the UN system;
* Working knowledge of written and spoken Arabic;
Equivalency When the minimum requirements are not fully met, the Human Resources Department may substitute part of the unmet requirements under UNRWA's equivalency determination guidelines with a combination of relevant academic qualification, additional professional training and/or progressive relevant work experience. Note: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered sufficient for an equivalency determination.
Conditions of Service
UNRWA offers an attractive compensation package including annual salary starting at $72,373 net tax free with dependants or $67,395 single, plus post adjustment of 42.9%. Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include education grant, dependency allowance, home leave, pension fund, health insurance and 6 weeks annual leave. All UNRWA duty stations (with the exception of Gaza) are family duty stations. Initial contract is for one year, with the possibility of further extensions subject to the availability of funds and the continuing need for the post.
How to Apply To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees from accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. Initial contract is for one year, with the possibility of further extensions subject to the availability of funds and the continuing need for the post.
UNRWA does not charge a fee at any stage in the recruitment process.
General Information UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights, for diversity, and for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.
How to apply:
To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees from accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. Initial contract is for one year, with the possibility of further extensions subject to the availability of funds and the continuing need for the post.
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