UNICEF Ghana is offering two incredible opportunities for finance professionals and students looking to gain experience in a globally recognized organization. If you have a passion for financial management and want to contribute to improving the lives of children, these positions could be perfect for you.

1. Job Vacancy for Finance Assistant

About UNICEF Ghana

UNICEF collaborates with the Ghanaian Government and various partners to protect children’s rights and ensure their well-being. With offices in Accra and Tamale, UNICEF’s key initiatives focus on education, healthcare, sanitation, and child protection.

Role Overview

As a Finance Assistant, you will handle essential financial tasks, including data management, report generation, and SAP/VISION transactions. You will also provide financial support to programme and operations sections to ensure efficiency and compliance with internal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management and implement internal controls.
• Book cases in the Service Gateway to the Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC) for timely processing.
• Process Electronic Funds Transfers (EFTs) and liaise with banks.
• Review payment requests and ensure compliance with UNICEF policies.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff on financial processes.
• Maintain office petty cash and ensure proper documentation of all financial transactions.
• Support financial capacity building for implementing partners.
• Perform monthly and yearly closure activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Completion of secondary education, with a preference for a university degree in Accounting/Finance or a professional finance certification.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible financial support experience.
• A bachelor’s degree can substitute for three years of experience, while a master’s degree can replace an additional two years.
• Fluency in English and the local language of the duty station is required.

Location: Accra, Ghana

Application Deadline: 25 February 2025

Apply Here: UNICEF Finance Assistant Application

2. Job Vacancy for National Intern, Finance

Role Overview

This internship offers a valuable opportunity for students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in finance and administrative support. The intern will assist in handling financial documentation, submitting bank transfers, and following up on invoices and payments.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain finance-related databases, including registering and scanning documents.
• Assist with archiving financial records and dispatching correspondence.
• Track outstanding financial actions and generate reports.
• Support the preparation of VAT invoices and GRA refund documentation.
• Provide backup support for the Finance Assistant (GS5) during short-term absences.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proof of enrollment in an undergraduate or advanced degree program, or completion of a relevant degree within the past two years.
• Academic background in Accounting or Finance-related disciplines.
• Strong report writing and data analysis skills.
• Familiarity with geospatial software is an added advantage.
• Fluency in English, with knowledge of an additional UN language being beneficial.

Location: Accra, Ghana

Application Deadline: 25 February 2025

Apply Here: UNICEF Finance Internship Application

Why Join UNICEF Ghana?

• Work with a globally respected organization dedicated to improving children’s lives.
• Gain hands-on experience in financial management and operations.
• Develop professional skills through training and mentorship.
• Contribute to impactful initiatives that support vulnerable communities.