Finance Associate
Finance Associate
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Job Description
Grade
GS6Staff Member / Affiliate Type
Reason
Temporary > Temporary Assignment/ AppointmentHardship Level
Family Type
Residential location (if applicable)
Target Start Date
Target End Date
Deadline for Applications
Standard Job Description
Finance Associate
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Finance Associate is normally supervised by a more senior finance colleague who defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance. The incumbent also refers to UNHCR Manuals and relevant policy papers on financial issues.
The incumbent assists with the processing of financial transactions. S/he keeps frequent contact with staff at various levels in the office and with bank officials to exchange information. The incumbent may supervise some support staff.
All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter UN Staff Regulations and Rules UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core functional cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCRs core values of professionalism integrity and respect for diversity.
Duties
- Maintain financial records and monitoring systems to record and reconcile expenditures balances payments statements and other data for day-to-day transactions and reports.
- Select and enter data from a wide variety of documents verifying accuracy by checking sources making necessary calculations and assuring inclusion of all relevant data.
- Prepare recurring reports as scheduled and special reports as required for budget preparation audits or other reasons.
- Advise and assist staff members experts and consultants on all aspects of allowances salary advances travel claims and other financial matters calculate and authorize payments due for claims and services.
- Maintain liaison with officials of local banks to obtain day-to-day information on exchange and interest rates changes in procedures and regulations and matters pertaining to maintenance of office bank accounts.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and participate in budget analysis and projections as required.
- Initiate correspondence to verify data answer queries and obtain additional information on accounts and financial transactions as required.
- Verify that the financial transactions are correct and in accordance with UNHCR rules and procedures.
- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level
G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
Field(s) of Education
Not applicable
Certificates and/or Licenses
Accounting Business Administration Finance
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential
High level of IT affinity (MS Office applications People Soft).
Desirable
Knowledge and work experience of MSRP Finance applications.
Good knowledge of UN/UNHCR Financial rules and procedures.
Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to the functions of the position.
Functional Skills
FI-ERP Financial Management (SAP Oracle PeopleSoft Workday and other)
IT-Computer Literacy
IT-Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse harassment including sexual harassment sexism gender inequality discrimination and abuse of power.
As individuals and as managers all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening shortlisting and selection of candidates.
Desired Candidate Profile
Operational Context
The war in Ukraine has been the fastest growing and largest displacement crisis in Europe since World War II and has precipitated a regional refugee response of commensurate scale. Following the Russian Federations large-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 the flow of refugees into neighbouring countries and beyond has been met by a remarkable mobilization of assistance by national and municipal authorities civil society actors local volunteers and refugees themselves all contributing to ensure protection and meet the essential needs of those fleeing violence. The refugee response continues to address significant needs in host countries such as in Romania. Notably the 2025-26 Refugee Response Plan (RRP) reflects the increased national and local ownership of the response and greater investment by host governments and national civil society in the socio-economic inclusion of refugees.
As of 01 June 2025 more than 6.3 M refugees were recorded in Europe. As of 30 April 2025 more than 184.4 K individuals were issued Temporary Protection in Romania under the EU / national Directive with a gender breakdown of 51% female and 49% men of which 64% are adult 27% children and 9% elderly. Most of the Ukrainian refugees live in urban settings mainly in Bucharest and Constanta as well as in Brasov Cluj and Suceava among other Counties in the country. The Government of Romania and UNHCR have been actively responding since the onset of the emergency back in 2022 both at the borders and in the areas where refugees are settling. Close collaboration and policy coordination with the government are maintained at national and local levels. Through the Inter-Agency Refugee Coordination Model and the RRP UNHCR in partnership with UN agencies NGOs and all stakeholders involved supports the governments refugee response ensuring full harmonization and complementarity both at central and local level. UNHCR Romania has its Country Office in Bucharest and a Field Office in Timisoara where the Emergency Transit Center was established in 2008. UNHCR Country Office together with its partners will continue covering the response at national level.
In this context the G6 Finance Associate position will be under the direct supervision of the Senior Finance Associate within the Administration Unit and embedded in a team composed of one Associate Administrative Officer heading the unit one Administrative Associate one Senior IT Associate and two drivers. The team which is part of the wider Operations team is focusing on the Offices Administration Finance and IT management. The Unit also provides support to the Office in Timisoara and to all staff in the operation and actively participates in the UN Operations Management Team (OMT) with other UN agencies present in Romania.
Finance Associate role:
Payment processes: Support payment processing and quality control.
System Support: Participate in trainings and provide technical support in the implementation of systems to strengthen internal controls.
Learning development: Proactive learning and motivation to use new systems and finance applications.
Additional Duties: Perform other related duties as required within the Administration Unit.
Desired Candidate Profile
Experience with budgeting forecasting and financial planning.
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying issues and finding solutions.
The ability to work effectively both independently and in a team is important.
Accuracy and a keen eye for detail are critical for ensuring the integrity of financial information.
The ability to learn new systems and adapt to changing business needs is essential.
The ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
Fluency in English and Romanian are essential.
Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member is subject to successful reference checks and integrity clearances.
Non-EU citizens are invited to upload any residence permits or relevant documents under the Certifications section by selecting the type Personnel Administration Other. Applications by Non-EU citizens will be considered if they are legally in the country.
For further information on how to apply please visit the UNHCR - Application and Selection page at
The recruitment process might include a written test and/or oral interview for this job opening. No late applications will be accepted.
UNHCR is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability gender identity marital or civil partnership status race colour or ethnic and national origins religion or belief or sexual orientation. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application interview meeting processing training or any other fees).
NOTE: An individual whose mother father son daughter brother or sister is a staff member of UNHCR including a Temporary Appointment holder or a member of Affiliate Workforce is not eligible to apply.
Remuneration:
In case of appointment a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
G6 - Salary range: NET 8532.07 RON - NET 10815.43 RON.
Benefits:
Annual leave: UNHCR staff members holding a fixed-term appointment will accrue annual leave at the rate of 1.5 working days for each full calendar months of service (i.e. 18 working days per year).
Pension system: Staff members holding a fixed-term appointment will become participants in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF).
Health insurance plan: locally recruited staff members will be enrolled in the Medical Insurance Plan (MIP). The coverage is optionally available for eligible family members.
Functional Clearance
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level)
Desired languages
Additional Qualifications
Skills
FI-ERP Financial Management (SAP Oracle PeopleSoft Workday and other) IT-Computer Literacy IT-Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)Education
Certifications
Accounting - Other Business Administration - Other Finance - OtherWork Experience
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