Senior Finance Associate

IOM - UN Migration; Caracas; Presencial; VES 27.444.000 - 44.597.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

IOM - UN Migration in Caracas seeks a Senior Finance Associate (G7) on a Special Short-Term contract until 31 December 2026. The role supports resources management and requires strong budgeting, reporting and SAP skills.

Responsibilities include budget preparation, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with IOM policies. Fluency in Spanish is mandatory; English desirable. Local contract with IOM Caracas offers exposure to international operations.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finances, or related field with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• High School diploma with seven years of relevant experience.

Responsabilidades

• Provide procedural guidance to managers and staff; supervise, guide and train other finance support staff.
• Prepare budget, accounting, financial, statistical reports and other reports as required
• Manage financial resources through monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc. in accordance with IOM rules and regulations.
• 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.
• Prepare annual budget submission and revisions including estimating the cost of staff as well as rental and utilities, office equipment and supplies, printing, and other contracts, services or running expenses.
• Monitor compliance with financial policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Consolidate data into financial statements and assist in monitoring expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels.
• Provide regular and ad hoc financial information to support informed financial decision making.
• Assist monitoring that bank reconciliations for IOM accounts are regularly performed and reviewed by designated stakeholders.
• Manage and prepare the payroll by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results.
• Ensure that disbursements are made based on proper authorizations and supported by legitimate and sufficient documentation.
• Prepare draft responses or respond to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations.
• Review the status and monitor the proper maintenance of Vendor Accounts in accounting system.
• Verify vendor claims for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions.
• Perform such other relevant duties as maybe required.

Conocimientos

Budgeting

Financial analysis

SAP

Excel

Financial reporting

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting/Finances

High School diploma with 7 years of experience

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

SAP

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Finance Associate

Duty Station City: Caracas

Duty Station Country: Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela

Grade: G7

Contract Type: Special Short-Term

Recruiting Type: General Service

Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice

Initial duration: until 31 december 2026

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Caracas and direct supervision of the Resources Management Officer; and, in collaboration with relevant units in the Mission, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for supporting the resources management functions in the Mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide procedural guidance to managers and staff; supervise, guide and train other finance support staff.
• Prepare budget, accounting, financial, statistical reports and other reports as required
• Manage financial resources through monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc. in accordance with IOM rules and regulations.
• 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.
• Prepare annual budget submission and revisions including estimating the cost of staff as well as rental and utilities, office equipment and supplies, printing, and other contracts, services or running expenses.
• Monitor compliance with financial policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Consolidate data into financial statements and assist in monitoring expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels.
• Provide regular and ad hoc financial information to support informed financial decision making.
• Assist monitoring that bank reconciliations for IOM accounts are regularly performed and reviewed by designated stakeholders.
• Manage and prepare the payroll by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results.
• Ensure that disbursements are made based on proper authorizations and supported by legitimate and sufficient documentation.
• Prepare draft responses or respond to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations.
• Review the status and monitor the proper maintenance of Vendor Accounts in accounting system.
• Verify vendor claims for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions.
• Perform such other relevant duties as maybe required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration , Accounting, Finances, or related field with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• High School diploma with seven years of relevant experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

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

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in Spanish are mandatory. English is desirable.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values

all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.
• This vacancy is only available for local citizens or foreigners with right of residence and right to work in the country.
• For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies