Finance Associate (G-6) – 9‑month contract in Amman

About the role

The Finance Associate supports UNICEF Jordan’s accounting and finance functions under the supervision of the NOB Accounting and Finance Officer. This 9‑month fixed‑term role ensures accurate processing of financial transactions and compliance with UN financial standards.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and code invoices from programmes and sections, ensuring funding availability.
• Act as the focal point for the Global Shared Service Center in Budapest for invoice submission and payment requests.
• Manage banking issues, request account replenishments, and resolve items from monthly bank reconciliations.
• Process Direct Cash Transfer requests, liquidations, and reclassifications.
• Participate in HACT assurance activities, conducting spot checks for implementing partners.
• Execute monthly payroll activities, coordinating with HR and budget teams.
• Analyze open items in General Ledger accounts during month‑end close.
• Submit fixed‑asset disposal transactions.

Required profile

• Works under supervision of the NOB Accounting and Finance Officer.

Required skills