Finance Officer

Together, we build the future UNOPS – an operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development. We are proud of our people. The UNOPS family brings together approximately 160 nationalities, represented by over 5,000 UNOPS personnel as well as some 7,800 personnel recruited on behalf of our partners. Spread across 80 countries, our workforce is rich in diversity and culture – with inclusion at its core. We understand the importance of balancing professional and personal demands and offer several flexible working options. 

Posting End Date - 25-Feb-2026

Duration - ongoing

Role PurposeThe Finance Officer ensures the effective delivery of financial management, reporting and compliance services in accordance with UNOPS Financial Rules and Regulations (FRRs), policies and procedures. The incumbent leads on budget formulation and monitoring, treasury and cash management, accounting oversight, and financial reporting. The Finance Officer also provides analytical and advisory support to management, ensuring financial integrity, cost efficiency and timely decision-making across the portfolio.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Implementation of Operational Strategies

•Ensure full compliance with UNOPS financial rules, regulations, policies and procedures, as well as donor and audit requirements.
•Implement and maintain effective internal control systems and risk management frameworks to safeguard financial resources.
•Support the roll-out and continuous improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in finance, ensuring consistency and accuracy across financial processes.
•Monitor financial exception reports, identify and investigate anomalies, and recommend corrective actions.
•Advise management on cost-saving measures, financial efficiencies and expenditure optimization in collaboration with operations teams.
•Support internal and external audit exercises, coordinate responses, and track the implementation of audit recommendations.

Budget Preparation, Monitoring and Control

•Lead the preparation, consolidation and monitoring of budgets for projects and administrative operations, ensuring alignment with UNOPS and donor requirements.
•Review and analyze budget proposals for accuracy, consistency and alignment with strategic and financial objectives.
•Conduct variance analyses and monitor expenditure levels against approved budgets, providing early warnings on deviations and advising corrective measures.
•Coordinate project budget revisions and ensure timely re-phasing and approvals in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
•Provide financial planning support to project managers, including forecasting, scenario analysis, and financial risk assessment.
•Contribute to the development and improvement of budgeting tools and systems to enhance transparency and performance-based budgeting.

Cash Management and Treasury

•Oversee cash management operations to ensure liquidity and accuracy in fund allocation.

SkillsCash Management, Finance, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Finance Accounting, Financial Accounting Standards.

Education Requirements

Required

•Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or other disciplines with 2 years of relevant experience OR
•Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above disciplines with 0 years of relevant experience is required.

Desired

•Professional certification (e.g. CPA, ACCA, CA, CIMA) is desired.
•Knowledge of IPSAS or other international accounting standards is desired.

Experience Requirements

Required

•Relevant experience is work in project financial management, budgeting, cash management and financial reporting, or related areas.
•Demonstrable proficiency in the use of collaboration and productivity tools (e.g. MS Office, G-Suite, etc) and web-based management systems.

Desired

•Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.
•Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.

Language Requirements

English, Fluent. 

Ukrainian, Fluent.

Opportunities for learning and growth

•Commitment to Excellence: Our support extends to all personnel at every level of the organization.
•Ongoing Development: We provide ongoing opportunities to help our people learn, develop, and excel at their jobs.
•State-of-the-Art Learning: Access a wide range of learning through our blended learning programmes, covering Leadership development and Personal and professional development.
•Key Credentials: Opportunities to benefit from Internationally recognized technical certifications and Membership to professional associations in various areas.
•Internal Culture: We foster an environment that encourages and supports knowledge sharing and collaboration.