FINANCE AND BUDGET ASSISTANT, G6

LocationNEW YORK

LevelEntry

Posted1w ago

Finance & Administration

Quick answer

The Department of Economic and Social Affairs is hiring a Finance and Budget Assistant in NEW YORK, with responsibilities including budget and finance tasks, at an entry-level position.

Role: FINANCE AND BUDGET ASSISTANT, G6
Organization: Department of Economic and Social Affairs
Location: NEW YORK
Level: Entry
Category: Finance & Administration

The role

The incumbent is responsible for budget and finance tasks, including preparing supporting documents, assisting in budget submissions, monitoring expenditures, and providing guidance to other staff.

What you'll do

Prepares supporting documents for budget proposals
Assists in budget submissions
Monitors expenditures and compares with approved budget
Reviews and processes special service agreements, travel requests, and requisitions
Assists in preparation of budget performance submissions and reports
Verifies accuracy of input data

What it takes

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of seven years of experience in finance, budget, accounting, administrative services or related area
Experience in grants management, funds management, and financial management using an ERP system
Experience using Microsoft Excel and related formulas
Experience working with extra-budgetary resources
Experience in preparation of financial statements

What you'll bring

Preparation of supporting documents for budget proposalsAssistance in budget submissionsExpenditure monitoringSpecial service agreements reviewTravel requests and requisitions processingBudget performance submissions and reports preparation

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in NEW YORK.

What is the compensation?

Compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a high school diploma, seven years of experience in finance, and experience with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.

How do I apply?

Applications can be submitted through the UN recruitment platform, inspira, by the deadline of 10/17/2026.

How to apply

Apply directly on Department of Economic and Social Affairs's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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