Senior Finance Associate

About the role

IOM, a UN-related organization working on migration, is recruiting a Senior Finance Associate for its sub-office in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo. The post is accountable for managing the resources management functions of the sub-office, under the supervision of the Chief of Mission in DRC and the direct supervision of the Senior Resource Management Officer, in collaboration with headquarters and administrative centres.

Key responsibilities

• Provide procedural guidance to managers and staff, and supervise, guide and train other finance support staff.
• Prepare budget, accounting, financial, statistical and other reports as required.
• Manage financial resources by monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds and supplies in line with IOM rules and regulations.
• Advise Project Managers and the Chief of Mission on financial and administrative matters.
• Prepare annual budget submissions and revisions, including staff costs, rent, utilities, equipment, supplies, printing and other contracts and services.
• Monitor compliance with financial policies and procedures, consolidate data into financial statements and help monitor expenditures within authorized levels.
• Support bank reconciliation reviews and manage the monthly payroll, checking validity and ensuring disbursements are properly authorised and documented.
• Respond to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations.
• Monitor vendor accounts and verify vendor claims against IOM finance policies.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field with five years of relevant experience; or high school diploma with seven years of experience.
• Fluency in French and English, oral and written, assessed during selection.
• Attention to detail, methodical organisation, discretion and client orientation.
• Prior experience with international humanitarian, non-government or government organisations in a multicultural setting is an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Previous experience with SAP is a distinct advantage.