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Position Summary:

The Finance Specialist is responsible for global finance, accounting, and financial monitoring and support to UNFPA field offices and HQ units. The Finance Specialist promotes a client-oriented approach and contributes to implementation of Finance Branch Office Management Plan. The position is located within the Accounts Section, Finance Branch of the Division for Management Services and will directly report to the Chief of the Accounts.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: 
• Advanced university degree in Accounting, Financial Management or related discipline. A relevant first level university degree combined with a recognized accounting designation (CA, CPA) may be acceptable in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Knowledge and Experience:
• At least 7 years of experience in financial management, accounting and/or related area with minimum 5 years of supervisory experience
• Extended specialized experience encompassing in accounting, financial management, IPSAS implementation, preparation of financial reports / statements for external bodies
• Excellent Excel skills, experience with ERP (PeopleSoft) and database systems is preferred
• Excellent written and spoken communications skills.

Languages:
• Fluency in English is required; working knowledge of another UN language desirable