Finance Assistant at IOM

IOM is a UN-related organization that helps with migration in a humane way. They work with governments and migrants to make migration better for everyone. Now, they’re looking for a Finance Assistant in Accra.

What You’ll Do

As a Finance Assistant at IOM, you’ll handle important money tasks. You’ll work under the Chief of Mission and help with:

  1. Money Management: Keep an eye on funds, supplies, and more, following IOM rules.
  2. Budget Work: Help make budgets, estimating costs and expenses.
  3. Data Entry: Put information into financial systems.
  4. Guidance: Give advice on money and budget stuff.
  5. Payroll: Help with monthly payments to staff.
  6. Payment Checks: Check if payments are authorized and supported by documents.
  7. Vendor Checks: Make sure vendor claims are correct.
  8. Reports: Help make financial reports and other reports.
  9. Staff Support: Assist staff with travel and expenses.
  10. Documents: Keep records properly.
  11. Petty Cash: Handle office cash.
  12. Other Tasks: Do other money-related jobs.

What You Need

Education:

  • High School diploma with five years of relevant experience, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or similar, with three years of professional experience.

Experience:

  • Good with Microsoft Office.
  • Organized and detail-oriented.
  • Willing to learn and work with different people.
  • Experience with international organizations is a plus.

Skills:

  • Work well with others.
  • Get things done and be good at your job.
  • Share knowledge and communicate well.
  • Be responsible for your work.

Languages:

  • You need to speak and write in English.
  • Knowing French or another UN language is good.

How to Apply

If this job interests you, apply by sending your application to accravacancies@iom.int. Put VN2023-022 and your name in the subject line. The deadline is November 6, 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will get a reply.

In Summary

Working as a Finance Assistant at IOM is a chance to use your financial skills for a good cause. You’ll help make migration better for everyone. If this sounds like your kind of job, don’t wait – apply today!

FAQs

  1. What is IOM’s mission?
    • IOM makes migration better for everyone by working with different partners.
  2. What will I do as a Finance Assistant at IOM?
    • You’ll help with money management, budgets, data entry, and more.
  3. What do I need to apply for this job?
    • You need education and experience in finance.
    • You should be good with Microsoft Office and organized.
    • Knowledge of international work is a plus.
  4. What skills do I need for this job?
    • Teamwork, getting results, sharing knowledge, being responsible, and good communication.
  5. How do I apply for the Finance Assistant job at IOM?
    • Send your application to accravacancies@iom.int with the subject line VN2023-022 and your name. The deadline is November 6, 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.