FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS
Professional Vacancy Announcement No: VA-2044-AFF
Deadline For Application:  11 July 2008
Position Title FINANCE OFFICER
Duty Station Rome
Grade Level P-2
Duration Fixed-term: one year
CCOG Code: 1A01
Organizational Unit Central Accounting Service (AFFC) FINANCE DIVISION Department of Human, FInancial and Physical Resources

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general supervision of the Chief, AFFC and the direct supervision of the Finance Officer, Projects Accounting Group, will be responsible for the routine maintenance, monitoring and processing of Trust Fund projects funded by European donors, mainly the European Commission (EC) which is governed by specific guidelines provided in the Financial and Administrative Framework Agreement (FAFA) between EC and UN. In particular, will:

  • prepare standard Euro financial reports for EC derived from US Dollar (USD) financial reports of the financial system in accordance with EC rules;
  • assist Budget Holders in the preparation of non-standard Euro financial reports for EC;
  • prepare financial reports for Trust Fund projects funded by other European donors;
  • review cash balances, including foreign exchange implications of conversion of non-USD donor contributions in the financial system into USD, and ensure timely submission of calls for funds to donors;
  • review and update transactions of the financial accounting systems, including the opening and closing of projects, ensuring compliance with the financial regulations and rules;
  • participate in discussions on resolution of financial issues with the donor;
  • assist in the development and enhancement of Euro financial report templates and automated systems;
  • perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following:

  • University degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field and/or certification from a recognised specialized professional institute in accounting (CA or CPA or equivalent)
  • Three years of relevant experience in accounting or auditing or in a supervisory role in a project accounting function in a large national or international organization
  • Working knowledge of English, French or Spanish and limited knowledge of one of the other two

 

SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be assessed against the following:

  • Overall quality and relevance of experience in accounting and managing accounting functions
  • Knowledge and experience of project accounting in an international environment
  • Knowledge of European Commission financial rules and regulations
  • “Client focus” orientation and commitment to results
  • Good communication skills and demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member and with limited supervision
  • Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g. Oracle Financials) and reporting tools
  • Relevance of computer literacy and skills in the use of word processing and spreadsheet software

Please note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
* The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments.

REMUNERATION

Level P-2 carries a net salary per year (inclusive of a variable element for post adjustment) from US$ US$ 78 592 US$ 96 622 (without dependants) and from US$ US$ 83 788 to US$ US$ 103 549 (with dependants)

TO APPLY: Carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants

Send your application to:

V.A 2044-AFF
Central Accountin Service, AFFC
FAO Via delle Terme di Caracalla 00100 Rome ITALY
Fax No: +39 06 570 53484
E-mail: AFF-VA@fao.org

This vacancy is open to male and female candidates. Applications from qualified women candidates and applications from qualified candidates from non/under-represented member states are encouraged. Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be assigned to any activities or office of the organization.

  FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

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