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, accounting, and payroll processes.
- Role
- FINANCE AND BUDGET ASSISTANT
- Organization
- United Nations Office at Nairobi
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-07-10
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. The incumbent will handle budget preparation, financial reporting, and complex accounting transactions, including payroll administration within an ERP system. This role ensures compliance with UN financial rules, regulations, and procedures while providing administrative support to the Finance/Budget Officers. Candidates will perform data analysis and verification to ensure accuracy in budget and accounting tasks.
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 verify payment accuracy.
- Reconcile general ledger, sub-ledger, and suspense accounts.
- Draft correspondence and reports regarding financial and budget matters.
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent required; university degree preferred.
- Minimum five years of relevant experience in finance, budget, or accounting.
- Proven experience with ERP systems.
- Fluency in English (UN Level III).
- Recognized accountancy qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is desirable.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
This is a temporary appointment for 364 days; as a local recruitment position, international allowances and benefits do not apply.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and requires in-office attendance.
What is the compensation for this role?
The job posting does not explicitly specify the compensation for this position.
What is the application deadline?
Interested candidates must submit their applications by July 10th.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least five years of experience in finance or accounting and proficiency in using ERP systems.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office at Nairobi's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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