Finance and Budget Assistant
Quick answer
The United Nations Office for Partnerships is hiring a Finance and Budget Assistant in NEW YORK to support budget and finance tasks, with a temporary position available until July 15, 2026.
- Role
- Finance and Budget Assistant
- Organization
- United Nations Office for Partnerships
- Location
- NEW YORK, United States
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The Finance and Budget Assistant will support all initiatives of the United Nations Office for Partnerships, focusing on budget and finance tasks such as preparing supporting documents, monitoring expenditures, and assisting in trust fund management.
What you'll do
- Prepare supporting documents for cost estimates and budget proposals
- Monitor expenditures and compare them with approved budgets; prepare adjustments as necessary
- Assist in the preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of reports
- Review and process special service agreements, travel requests, and requisitions
- Provide quarterly status of funds’ reports to substantive officers
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- Minimum of seven years of experience in finance, budget, accounting, or administrative services; five years for candidates with a first-level university degree or higher
- Experience in the administration and management of extra-budgetary resources from voluntary contributions
- Experience in trust-fund management and grant-management module in ERP systems such as SAP, Umoja or similar is required
- English language proficiency at UN Level II (reading, writing, listening, speaking)
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK, United States.
Is this a remote position?
The work schedule for this position is not specified.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
How do I apply?
You can apply through the UN job portal at https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=280717&languageCd=ENG
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma, at least seven years of relevant experience, and proficiency in English at UN Level II.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office for Partnerships's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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