Finance Analyst at Ipas – Colombia

Finance Analyst at Ipas – Colombia

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Finance Analyst at Ipas – Colombia

Recruiter: Ipas

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About Ipas

Ipas is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to administrative management within Ipas’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Colombia, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Full Job Description

The Program Finance Analyst (PFA) has excellent financial analytical and accounting skills, attention to details, supports the financial management and the provision of financial analytics for the Ipas Mozambique team. He/she will support the national program manager, the finance manager and country director and liaise with Ipass CIT, GLAM and Finance teams on issues related to budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance. The PFA contributes to monitoring financial compliance with Ipas’ and donors’ operational and contractual requirements. The PFA support the country team with monitoring and management tools, supporting internal audits as well as work closely with the program and finance managers on financial monitoring and management. Primary Responsibilities Financial Operational Management Work with the Ipas Mozambique Finance Manager and Program Director to manage the programs annual operating budget Provide financial management support to the program managers and country director, including preparation and tracking of award budgets and annual budgets. Provide programmatic input into budget formulation. Ensure that project financial tracking tools and budgets are established and maintained. Monitor expenses and help design and implement strategies that address financial performance issues. Recognize, escalate and coordinate responses to financial performance issues Financial Budgeting Support financial proposal development process Develop budget tools for country team Financial Analysis and Reporting Provide financial analysis to senior management, including this includes; regular analyses of financial status and trends, cross-cutting financial issues, labor analysis, revenue analysis, and special projects, leading to improve overall project and financial management; Identify and develop financial analysis tools (including financial dash boards) for the country program to improve financial management. Monitor, analyze and suggest improvements for managing costs; Coordinate reviews of the donor billing process in close coordination with NC Finance Department ensuring all bills/reports are submitted on time and are of high quality and are appropriately supported by necessary narrative reports. Manage responses to queries regarding Ipas financial reports in close coordination with CD, NPM and FM. Financial Compliance Contribute to monitoring compliance with Ipas’ and donors’ operational and contractual requirements Support team with training on compliance of internal operational policies as needed Ensure that correcting entries and/or accruals are appropriately prepared and supported prior to submission for approval Requirements Minimum Masters degree in Finance (MBA, MS, etc.) strongly preferred; however, equivalent experience may suffice. Minimum 5+ years of professional work experience. You pay attention to details and focus on quality and consistency. Portuguese language skills are required, English preferred Ipas is strongly committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination, and inequity. We recruit, employ, train, promote, and compensate our personnel without regard to race, age, sex, religion, national origin, color, creed, ancestry, citizenship, caste, ethnicity, regional identity, tribal identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristic protected by law or outlined by Ipas policy. Ipas acknowledges that these personal characteristics may differ in different contexts. Ipas works globally to improve access to safe abortion and contraception so that every woman and girl can determine her own future. Across Africa, Asia and Latin America, we work with partners to make safe abortion and contraception widely available, to connect women with vital information so they can access safe services, and to advocate for safe, legal abortion. We believe in a world where every woman and girl has the right and ability to determine her own sexuality and reproductive health.

Key Details

  • Job Title: Finance Analyst
  • Grade: N/A
  • Location: Mz2, Colombia
  • Department: Ipas
  • Contract Type: Professional Staff
  • Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually

Qualifications

  • Not specified in the official posting

Skills

  • Not specified in the official posting

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.