Finance Officer
Quick answer
The United Nations Office at Vienna is hiring an in-office Finance Officer to manage complex financial operations, reporting, and audit compliance for the UNOV/UNODC.
- Role
- Finance Officer
- Organization
- United Nations Office at Vienna
- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-07-23
The role
The United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV/UNODC) is seeking a Finance Officer to manage complex financial operations within the Financial Reporting and Oversight Unit. The role involves overseeing grant management, treasury functions, payroll, and internal control systems while ensuring compliance with UN financial regulations. The incumbent will also lead data analysis, provide training to staff, and coordinate internal and external audit activities. This position requires strong expertise in ERP accounting systems and a commitment to maintaining high standards of financial integrity.
What you'll do
- Manage comprehensive financial operations including grant management, treasury, and payroll.
- Approve and confirm obligations and expenditures in accordance with UN Financial Regulations.
- Prepare and consolidate financial statements and respond to audit observations.
- Analyze financial data and trends using visualization methods to support decision-making.
- Supervise and train professional and general service staff members.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s) in finance, accounting, or business administration.
- Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent.
- Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in finance or accounting.
- Demonstrated experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
- Proficiency in English (UN Level II).
What you'll bring
How we treat you
The initial appointment is for one year, subject to funding availability, within a professional and diverse international environment.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in Vienna, Austria, at the United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV).
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualification requirements?
Candidates must have an advanced degree in a finance-related field, a CPA/CA or equivalent certification, and at least seven years of relevant professional experience.
By when do I need to submit my application?
Applications must be submitted by 07/23.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office at Vienna's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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