Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Accounts Section (AS) of the Financial Resources Management Service (FRMS). The Accounting Assistant will work under the direct supervision of an Accountant or a more senior Accounting Assistant. For more information on UNOV and UNODC, please visit www.unov.org and www.unodc.org. ResponsibilitiesWithin assigned authority, the Accounting Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Reconcile accounting transactions. • Examine and record financial transactions of Information Centres. • Review bank statements for all funds in foreign and local currencies by comparing transactions recorded on bank statements with accounting reports of the Organization; verify their accuracy and bring perceived problems to the attention of more senior staff. • Assist in the processing of payments due and settle staff entitlements. This includes, amongst other things, ensuring correctness of personnel action forms and communicating irregularities to supervisors, processing payment vouchers in connection with purchase of goods, equipment, printing services, freight payment, etc., and processing of travel claims in accordance with relevant rules, circulars and instructions. • Assist in the preparation of necessary documentation for distribution to various offices, departments and overseas offices. • Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Perform other work-related duties as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism Has basic knowledge of accounting policies and practices. Is able to maintain accurate records, review/interpret a wide variety of data, and identify data discrepancies activity problems. Has demonstrated use of initiative and ability to make appropriate linkage in work requirements and anticipate next steps. Is able to work productively under pressure and cope with deadlines. Has ability to perform analysis, modelling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Teamwork Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Planning & Organizing Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. EducationHigh school or equivalent diploma. Job - Specific QualificationCoursework/training in accounting methods and procedures is desirable. Work ExperienceA minimum of three years of relevant work experience in the field of accounting, finance, or other related fields is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to one for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in Microsoft Office Excel and Word is required. Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) applications preferably SAP is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).