The United Nations(UN) is currently seeking to hire a Cashier (Finance Officer).
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Background (UN)
The United Nations (UN) is the global intergovernmental organization established by the signing of the UN Charter on 26 June 1945 with the stated purpose of maintaining international peace and security, to develop friendly relations among states, to promote international cooperation, and to serve as a centre for harmonizing the actions of states in achieving those goals.
Details
Position Details:
- Job Opening ID: 259582
- Job Network: Management and Administration
- Job Family: Finance
- Category and Level: Professional and Higher Categories, P-4
- Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
- Department/Office: Regional Service Centre at Entebbe
Key Dates:
- Posted: June 12, 2025
- Application Deadline: June 25, 2025
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Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities of the Finance Officer/Cashier:
- Leadership of Cashier Service Line:
- Oversees all non-location-dependent Cashier and treasury functions for RSCE client entities.
- Manages disbursement processes for all RSCE clients.
- Coordinates with PKOs, SPMs, and other entities’ Cashier units.
- Monitors RSCE house bank account balances, tracks transactions, and resolves payment delays/rejections.
- Prepares monthly reports and manages cash flow requirements.
- Daily Treasury Operations:
- Ensures timely replenishment of RSCE house banks to maintain sufficient liquidity.
- Reviews and approves disbursement documents in UMOJA.
- Acts as a bank signatory for RSCE Housebanks.
- Resolves cashier-related queries in collaboration with RSCE service lines.
- Safeguards custodial arrangements for cheques and cash.
- Provides guidance on UN Financial Regulations, Rules, and audit compliance.
- Financial Control & Reporting:
- Maintains accurate accounting, reporting, and internal control systems.
- Completes monthly bank reconciliations for RSCE client missions.
- Validates and approves bank details for staff, non-staff, and vendors.
- Assists the Service Delivery Manager on strategic treasury matters.
- Audit & Process Improvement:
- Reviews imprest documentation and supervises imprest custodians.
- Conducts periodic petty cash counts and ensures proper imprest reporting.
- Addresses internal/external audit observations with corrective actions.
- Implements efficiency improvements in financial processes.
- Innovation & Team Management:
- Supports new treasury initiatives in the ERP system.
- Supervises and evaluates staff performance.
- Performs additional duties as required.
Requires
Education Requirements:
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in business administration, finance, or a related field is required.
- A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in the specified fields combined with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
Job-Specific Qualifications:
- Professional certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent is required.
- In-depth knowledge and practical experience with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) is required.
- Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is desirable.
Work Experience:
- A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, public administration, or accounting, preferably in cashier/treasury functions or the banking sector, is required.
- Candidates with a first-level degree must have 9 years of qualifying experience.
- Proven experience in managing finance teams is required.
- Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as Umoja (SAP) or similar, is desirable.
- Experience in managing multiple bank accounts, cash flow monitoring, and processing payroll/non-payroll payments is desirable.
Languages:
- Fluency in English (oral and written) is required.
- Working knowledge of French is desirable.
Assessment:
- Qualified candidates may undergo an assessment exercise, potentially followed by a competency-based interview.
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ABOUT United Nations
The United Nations (UN) is a globally recognized international organization established in 1945 to maintain world peace and security, foster friendly relations among nations, promote social progress, and enhance living standards through international cooperation. With 193 Member States, the UN serves as a vital platform for addressing pressing global challenges through multilateral diplomacy, humanitarian assistance, and sustainable development initiatives. The organization operates through several principal organs including the General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, Trusteeship Council, International Court of Justice, and the UN Secretariat. Additionally, the UN system comprises numerous specialized agencies, funds and programs such as WHO, UNICEF, UNESCO, and the World Bank Group that work across diverse sectors including health, education, finance, and human rights. As a global employer, the UN offers meaningful career opportunities across various professional fields and geographic locations, enabling talented individuals to contribute to its noble mission of creating a more peaceful, just and sustainable world for present and future generations. The organization’s work is guided by fundamental principles of equality, non-discrimination, and respect for human rights, making it one of the most impactful and respected institutions in the international community
