Job Summary

The Finance Assistant position is located in the Regional Office (RO).   Under the overall guidance of the International Operational Manager (IOM), and direct supervision of the Finance Associate, and as a member of the RO management services team, the Finance Assistant provides quality services in areas of finance and budget in compliance with the relevant rules, guidelines, processes and procedures. She/He takes a client-oriented, results-focused approach to interpreting the rules, procedures and guidelines, provides support and guidance to the RO, Sub regional Office (SRO) and Country Offices (COs) in the LAC region in the area of Finance.

Education:   

High School Diploma in Business and Accounting, with additional training/studies in accounting, finance, business administration or public administration.

Knowledge and Experience:

·       5 years financial and administrative experience in the public or private sector;

·       Ability to interpret financial rules, regulations and procedures and explain them clearly and concisely;

·       Experience of accounting framework and systems, specifically ERP systems, and proficiency in use of spreadsheets, word processing and computerized accounting systems;

·       Good writing and communication skills;

Languages:

Fluency in oral and written English.