Finance and Budget Assistant
Quick answer
The United Nations Office at Nairobi is hiring an in-office Finance and Budget Assistant in Nairobi to manage budget proposals, financial transactions, and payroll operations.
- Role
- Finance and Budget Assistant
- Organization
- United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-07-26
The role
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is seeking a Finance and Budget Assistant to support administrative, conference, and information services for various UN programmes. This role involves assisting in the preparation of budget proposals, managing financial transactions, payroll processing, and ensuring compliance with UN financial rules and regulations. The successful candidate will work within the office of Budget and Financial Management Services to maintain financial integrity and accuracy across the organization.
What you'll do
- Assist in the preparation of budget proposals and cost estimates.
- Process and review complex accounting transactions in the ERP system.
- Support global payroll operations and monitor insurance/pension transactions.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve financial discrepancies.
- Draft financial correspondence and reports for management and intergovernmental bodies.
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, budget, or accounting (3 years if possessing a university degree).
- Proven experience with ERP systems.
- English fluency (UN Level III).
- Accountancy qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is highly desirable.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
This position is subject to local recruitment and benefits applicable to international recruitment do not apply; includes an initial one-year appointment with potential for extension subject to funding.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and is subject to local recruitment protocols.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least five years of experience in finance or accounting (or three years with a degree) and experience using ERP systems.
By when do I need to apply?
The application must be submitted by July 26th.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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