Finance and Budget Officer

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Position Title: Finance and Budget Officer
Location: New York
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located in Section I, Field Operations Finance Division (FOFD) in the Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget (OPPFB), Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC). The FOFD supports the Controller in exercising accountability for the financial resources made available by the Member States for peace operations. The Division is committed to an ongoing change process to ensure the highest effectiveness and efficiency standards in budget preparation and presentation, including the mainstreaming of results-based budgeting. The working environment of peace operations is dynamic, and the FOFD team is committed to meeting the corresponding demands. The main partners of the Division include field operations, the Department of Peace Operations, the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, the Department of Operational Support, legislative bodies, and troop- and formed police-contributing countries.

Job Overview:
The Finance and Budget Officer will be responsible for budget preparation and administration, ensuring compliance with program plans and legislative mandates. This includes reviewing, analyzing, and finalizing cost estimates and budget proposals from various departments and field operations. The officer will provide detailed input for budget submissions, monitor expenditures, and prepare budget performance reports. Additionally, the officer will provide advice and guidance to staff on budgetary policies and procedures, participate in inter-departmental meetings, and draft reports for intergovernmental bodies. The role requires a proactive approach to managing financial resources and ensuring the integrity of financial systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Budget Preparation: Review, analyze, and finalize cost estimates and budget proposals, ensuring compliance with program plans and legislative mandates. Prepare budgets for field missions and backstopping activities. Provide detailed input for budget submissions and analyze program budget implications.
• Budget Administration: Issue allotments/appropriations, authorize sub-allotments, and manage budget implementation. Monitor expenditures and prepare budget performance submissions. Review and finalize budget performance reports, analyzing variances.
• General Responsibilities: Provide advice and guidance to staff on budgetary policies, participate in inter-departmental meetings, draft reports on financial issues, and conduct research and analysis of financial policies. Act as Certifying Officer or Approving Officer as required.
• Representation: Represent OPPFB in inter and intra-departmental meetings and support the Director in various tasks.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of financial rules, regulations, and procedures in the UN environment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and interpret a wide variety of data.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to gender perspectives and equal participation in all areas of work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with colleagues.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) combined with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Successful completion of degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science is an advantage.

Experience:
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, administration, budget, or related areas is required. Experience with budgetary policies, financial regulations, and the use of IT tools for financial analysis is essential. Experience in preparing reports on budgets and revised estimates is required. Desirable experience includes two or more years in data analytics, results-based budgeting, peace operations, and financial systems or ERP.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable, and knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Additional Notes:
This post is financed by the Support Account for Peacekeeping Operations. The appointment is subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval, or extension of the mandate. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourages female candidates to apply. Candidates under serious consideration will undergo reference checks to verify the information provided in their applications. The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.