Senior Finance and Budget Assistant
Quick answer
The United Nations is hiring an in-office Senior Finance and Budget Assistant in New York to manage budget implementation and financial reporting for the Department of Operational Support.
- Role
- Senior Finance and Budget Assistant
- Organization
- Department of Operational Support (United Nations)
- Location
- New York, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-07-31
The role
The United Nations is seeking a Senior Finance and Budget Assistant to join the Common Administrative Platform at the Department of Operational Support in New York. This role focuses on supporting financial administration, budget preparation, and the analysis of cost estimates for secretariat client entities. The incumbent will act as a certifying officer, monitor budget implementation, and provide guidance to junior staff while ensuring compliance with UN financial regulations.
What you'll do
- Act as a certifying officer for travel and financial commitments.
- Prepare annual programme budgets and cost estimates.
- Monitor budget expenditures and recommend fund reallocations.
- Conduct technical reviews of accounting and travel transactions.
- Provide daily supervision and training to general service staff.
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of ten years of experience in finance, accounting, or budget administration.
- Proven experience with ERP systems like Umoja.
- Proficiency in English (UN Level II).
- Strong analytical skills and knowledge of financial regulations.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Initial one-year appointment with possibility of extension; subject to local recruitment conditions; medical and pension benefits common to UN General Service staff may apply based on local status.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote position?
No, this position is located at the United Nations Headquarters in New York and is subject to local recruitment.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by July 31st.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least ten years of experience in finance, budget, or accounting, with experience in ERP systems being highly desirable.
How to apply
Apply directly on Department of Operational Support (United Nations)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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