Within the Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC), the Finance Officer (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Treasury Bank Reconciliations) will be responsible and accountable for overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury bank reconciliations, ensuring compliance with IOM’s financial rules, donor agreements, and international accounting standards.
Responsibilities:
Manage and monitor AP transactions, ensuring timely processing of vendor invoices, staff entitlements, and other payments.
Review exception items and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with relevant IOM Offices.
Strengthen controls to mitigate risks of duplicate or erroneous payments.
Ensure the SLA compliance and timely processing of the payments.
Ensure the end-to-end smooth processing of the AP transections.
Work closely with Central Accounting Team for timely closure of the AP module.
Supervise AR processing, including donor contributions, staff receivables, and inter-office transactions.
Monitor outstanding balances and coordinate with stakeholders for timely recovery and reconciliation.
Provide regular AR reports and aging analysis to management.
Work closely with Central Accounting Team for timely closure of the AR module.
Oversee timely and accurate bank reconciliations across multiple currencies and accounts.
Liaise with Treasury to resolve variances and ensure reconciling items are addressed promptly.
Ensure all reconciliations are properly documented, reviewed, and compliant with internal control requirements.
Liaise with Treasury for the electronic bank statements and seamless integration with Bank.
Manage and supervise a team of finance assistants, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and professional development.
Foster a culture of accuracy, timeliness, and customer service within the finance team.
Education:
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.
University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Professional certification as a Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent is an advantage.
Work Experience:
Demonstrated experience in managing AP, AR, and bank reconciliations in an international, multicultural environment.
Proven experience in team supervision and staff development.
Prior experience in a shared service centre or large international organization is highly desirable.
Skills:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong background in IPSAS or IFRS reporting standards.
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) and automated financial processing tools.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to efficiency, customer service, and continuous improvement.
Languages:
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
