Finance Senior Assistant - Financial Statements and Board of Auditors relations, Copenhagen, Denmark

## Finance Senior Assistant - Financial Statements and Board of Auditors relations, Copenhagen, Denmark - Organization:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services - Office:UNOPS HQ Copenhagen Position Title:Finance Senior Assistant - Financial Statements and Board of Auditors relations Duty Station(s):Copenhagen Seniority Level:Entry Level Contract Type:ICA - LICA - Support - Regular Contract Level:LICA 5 Posting Start Date:30-Sep-2026 Posting End Date:07-Oct-2026 Duration:Short term contract 6 months. Subject to satisfactory performance, organizational requirements, and the availability of funds. Empower financial operations through accurate processing, reporting, and compliance to ensure effective management of transactions. The Finance Group serves as a strategic partner and fiduciary advisor, ensuring transparent, accountable, and effective resource management across UNOPS. The Group defines financial strategy in alignment with organizational goals, establishes finance policies, systems, and processes, and leads corporate budgeting to enable full cost recovery and ensure long-term financial sustainability. Throughout the project lifecycle, the Finance Group provides expert guidance, oversight, and tailored financial solutions. Responsibilities include delivering comprehensive financial and corporate performance reporting, strengthening financial capacity across the organization, and continuously enhancing resource planning and allocation. In addition, the Finance Group prepares and oversees the implementation of finance-related policies, upholding the highest standards of financial stewardship and supporting UNOPS in achieving operational excellence and fiscal responsibility. The Finance Senior Assistant provides a broad range of financial, accounting and administrative support to ensure effective management of financial transactions and reporting. The incumbent is responsible for accurate processing, recording and reconciliation of payments and receipts in compliance with UNOPS financial rules and regulations (FFRs) and project-specific donor requirements. Functions / Key Results Expected 1. Accounting and Financial Administration - Review and process financial transactions, ensuring proper control of supporting documents and compliance with UNOPS FFRs and project work plans. - Ensure accurate receipt of goods and services, establishment of accruals, and appropriate accounting entries for expenditures. - Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable ledgers. Record and monitor deposits in the ERP system. - Conduct periodic reviews of unposted vouchers and initiate corrective actions for budget check errors, match exceptions, and unapproved vouchers. - Maintain an internal expenditure control system ensuring that all transactions are correctly recorded, matched and approved in a timely manner. - Support the preparation of financial reports and analysis by providing verified data and status updates on financial resources, expenditures and balances. - Assist in reviewing financial transactions related to Asset movements (Property, plant and equipment and Intangible). - Assist in reviewing data for provisions and write-offs, and liaise with internal stakeholders on journal entries. - Raise transactions in UNOPS ERP as needed. 2. Audit, Compliance and Process Improvement - Support internal and external audit processes by providing complete and accurate financial documentation. - Review and verify that financial data are aligned with budget structures and donor/ partner agreements. - Participate in financial data clean-up and validation exercises. - Identify recurring financial issues or process gaps and propose improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency and internal controls. 3. Knowledge Building and Sharing - Actively participate in finance-related training and capacity-building initiatives for personnel. - Contribute to knowledge networks and Communities of Practice (CoPs). Finance, Accounting, Finance Accounting, Enterprise Communication & Collaboration, Financial Accounting Standards Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others.For people managers only:Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. Education Requirements - Secondary school (or equivalent) with 5 years of relevant experience OR - Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or other disciplines with 1 year of relevant experience is required. - Professional certification (e.g. CPA, ACCA, CA, CIMA) is desired. Experience Requirements - Relevant experience is work in project financial management and financial reporting, or related areas. - Demonstrable proficiency in the use of collaboration and productivity tools (e.g. MS Office, G-Suite, etc) and web-based management systems. - Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired. - Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired. - Experience with financial systems or ERP software is desired. Language Requirements - Proficiency Level:Fluent Additional Information - UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. - UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind. - Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process, which may include various assessments. - UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range of nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain and strengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive working environment where all personnel are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities. - UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process and welcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals of diver