Responsibilities: 1. Provide procedural guidance to managers and staff; supervise, guide and train other finance support staff;
2. Manage financial resources through monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc. in accordance with IOM rules and regulations;
3. Provide specialized advice and support to Project Managers and/or Chief of Missions/Head of Office/Head of Sub-office on financial and administrative matters;
4. Assist in monitoring compliance with financial policies, procedures, rules and regulations;
5. Consolidate data into financial statements and assist in monitoring expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels;
6. Assist monitoring that bank reconciliations for IOM accounts are regularly performed and reviewed by designated stakeholders;
7. Ensure that disbursements are made based on proper authorizations and supported by legitimate and sufficient documentation;
8. Provide assistance responding to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations;
9. Review the status and monitor the proper maintenance of Vendor Accounts in accounting system;
10. Verify vendor claims for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions;
11. Review and ensure all supporting documentation and signatures are obtained before finalizing vouchers; verify invoices and ascertain that the equipment, supplies or services they refer to were duly received or provided before proceeding with payment request;
12. Bring to the attention of the supervisor any relevant financial and budgetary issues.
13. Liaise with MRF Dakar, MAS, ACO, BUD and other missions when required; and,
14. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualification Required And Experience. Education: 1. High School diploma with six years of relevant experience. 2. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finances, or related field with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience: 1. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in SAP is a distinct advantage. 2. Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way. 3. Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things. 4. Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills: 1. Personal commitment, flexibility and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from various cultures and professional background. Ability to work under tight timelines.

Languages Required: For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working DESIRABLE: Knowledge of French or any other UN Official language is advantageous.

How To Apply For The Job: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications directly to: accravacancies@iom.int, Specifying the vacancy reference number VN2023-023 and candidate’s full name in the subject line.