Re-advertised -Finance Analyst, Gaziantep, Turkey, P2

Deliver quality financial services and ensure financial integrity.

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Overview

Deliver quality financial services and ensure financial integrity.

You have:

  • Advanced degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting or other related fields.
  • Two years of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, finance, budget or administration.
  • Knowledge of financial and budgetary principles and practices, budget development and financial administration of resources.
  • Familiarity with UN procedures and working methods is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) is desirable.
  • Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent is desirable.
  • Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate ERP/Peoplesoft systems.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Contract

This is a P-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 57,661 USD and 78,318 USD.

Salary for a P-2 contract in Gaziantep

The international rate of 57,661 USD, with an additional 0% (post adjustment) at this the location, applies. Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power.

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The Position: The work of the Finance Analyst is related to the cross-border operation. It enables financial integrity as well as proper OFA management. You will supervise and collaborate with the Administrative Associate, the Humanitarian Logistics Assistant and work closely with the Programme Associates at the Gaziantep Office. Internal contacts include the Humanitarian Advisor, the CO’s administrative management team, and the Gaziantep’s technical team. You will report to the UNFPA Humanitarian RH Advisor.

How you can make a difference: UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s new strategic plan (2018-2021), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose: You will deliver quality financial services to internal and external clients mastering all relevant rules, guidelines, processes and procedures. You will take a client-oriented results- focused approach to interpreting the rules, procedures and guidelines, provide support and guidance to the Gaziantep Office and UNFPA-supported projects.

Education:

Advanced degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting or other related fields.

Knowledge and Experience:

Two years of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, finance, budget or administration.

Knowledge of financial and budgetary principles and practices, budget development and financial administration of resources.

Familiarity with UN procedures and working methods is highly desirable.

Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) is desirable.

Certification as a Certified Public Accountant, (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent is desirable.

Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate ERP/Peoplesoft systems.

Languages:

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Potential interview questions

Describe a time you had to handle complex financial data. How did you ensure accuracy? The interviewer wants to assess your attention to detail and accuracy in handling finances. Provide specific examples of your data handling processes and checks you implemented to ensure accuracy.
Can you share an experience where you provided excellent client service in a financial capacity? This question gauges your client service skills and your ability to meet the needs of clients. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to stay updated with financial regulations and standards? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you approach developing a budget for a new project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Discuss a time when you identified a financial error. How did you handle it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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