Chief of Global Accounting (P) in Genève

h3Job Description /h3 pThis position is designated as "non-rotational" and is not subject to mandatory rotation. However, it is subject to an assignment length of five years. /p h3Introduction /h3 pEstablished in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. /p pIOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move. /p pIOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration /p pApplications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. /p ul liInternal candidates /li liExternal female candidates /li liCandidates from the following IOM Member States that are not represented among staff members in the Professional and higher categories: Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Vanuatu /li /ul h3Second Tier Candidates Include /h3 pAll external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM. /p h3Organizational Context and Scope /h3 pUnder the direct supervision of the Comptroller/Director of the Department of Financial and Administrative Management (DFAM), the Chief of Global Accounting leads IOM’s global accounting, statutory financial reporting and project financial report certification functions. They oversees the preparation of IOM’s statutory financial statements ensuring IPSAS compliance, management reporting on the Organization’s financial performance and position, project financial report certification and global accounting operations. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead the timely preparation of IOM’s annual financial statements, ensuring their quality and compliance with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Financial Regulations and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). /li liManage the development and updating of IOM’s accounting protocols and procedures in response to emerging operational requirements and changes in IPSAS, while pursuing alignment with United Nations (UN) accounting practices where appropriate and feasible within IOM’s financial context. /li liLead the preparation and analysis of regular and ad hoc management reports on IOM’s financial performance and position, using business intelligence tools and other reporting platforms as appropriate. Ensure that results, accounting trends, risks and control concerns and opportunities for process or cost efficiency are translated into clear, timely and decision-oriented advice for the Comptroller and Senior Management. /li liEnsure that the structure and content of IOM’s annual statutory reports and financial management reports are regularly updated to reflect the evolving operational context and stakeholder requirements. /li liManage IOM’s project financial report certification process, ensuring the timely and consistent review and certification of reports in accordance with applicable organizational requirements and donor reporting obligations, and advance standardised, digitised and scalable reporting solutions. /li liOversee accounts consolidation, periodic closure and the global accounting control framework, including reconciliations, balance-sheet reviews, account ownership, review and approval arrangements, and the timely identification and resolution of material accounting issues, financial risks and accounts-quality concerns. /li liSafeguard the integrity and quality of IOM’s accounting records, ensuring the timely and accurate recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses across offices worldwide, and directing corrective action where weaknesses or errors are identified. /li liOversee the accounting dimensions of IOM’s enterprise resource planning system and related financial management tools, financial master data and data flows. Ensure that accounting requirements, controls and reporting needs are appropriately incorporated into system design and process changes for all accounting processes, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets and project accounting. /li liProvide functional leadership, guidance and oversight to the relevant accounting and financial reporting functions at IOM Headquarters and within the delocalised structures of Department of Financial and Administrative Management (DFAM) and ensure appropriate guidance and oversight of field accounting functions in collaboration with Regional Offices and the delocalised Finance and Accounting Division (FAD) functions. /li liLead the continuous improvement and transformation of accounting and financial reporting processes, including standardisation, simplification, automation, data analytics, the appropriate use of emerging technologies, and the implementation of process improvements in coordination with interdependent functions across IOM. /li liEnsure IOM’s readiness to adopt new accounting standards, including new IPSAS requirements, and lead their timely implementation across the Organization. /li liLead initiatives to strengthen the technical accounting and financial reporting capabilities of IOM’s global finance community. Establish priorities based on recurring accounting issues, audit findings, new IPSAS requirements and system or process changes; promote practical knowledge products and professional development; and contribute accounting expertise to DFAM-wide finance capacity-building and workforce initiatives /li liCoordinate the implementation of DFAM’s annual work plan from the FAD perspective and facilitate the work of IOM’s External Auditors appointed by the Council in relation to IOM’s annual financial statements. /li liLead, manage and develop the staff under the incumbent’s supervision, establish work priorities and performance expectations, ensure the effective allocation of resources, and foster collaboration across the accounting and financial reporting functions. /li liPerform such other duties as may be assigned. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 h3Required Qualifications and Experience /h3 h3Education /h3 ul liMaster's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field from an accredited academic institution with ten years of relevant professional experience; or, /li liUniversity degree in the above fields with twelve years of relevant professional experience; and, /li liProfessional certification as chartered accountant (CA) or certified public accountant (CPA) or membership at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or another recognized professional accountancy body is required. /li /ul pAccredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. /p h3Experience /h3 ul liA minimum of ten years (twelve years for bachelor's degree holders) of progressively evolving leadership experience in financial management with responsibilities for accounting, financial reporting and financial analysis, including at corporate level, in a multinational / international organization environment; /li liDemonstrated experience defining accounting requirements for, implementing or substantially improving enterprise resource planning systems and related financial reporting solutions, including financial master data, controls, data flows and process integration and, /li liDemonstrated experience with internal control assessments, financial risk management and external audit engagement, including the resolution of material accounting issues and implementation of corrective actions in a complex organizational environment. /li /ul h3Skills /h3 ul liExtensive professional knowledge of financial accounting as applied to international public organizations with experience with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS); /li liKnowledge of IOM and/or UN financial regulations, policies, procedures and practices is desired; /li liSuccessful track record in a lead role played in the consolidation and production of corporate accounts and statutory financial statements under internationally recognized accounting standards for external audit; /li liSuccessful track record in remotely managing teams and functions, including highly decentralized financial and accounting practices; /li liAdvanced ability to use enterprise resource planning systems, financial consolidation and reporting tools, business intelligence platforms and data analytics to oversee accounting quality, investigate issues and support management decision-making. /li /ul h3Languages /h3 pIOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages. /p pFor this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). /p pWorking knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage. /p pProficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. /p h3Required Competencies /h3 pIOM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. /p h3Values /h3 pall IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values: /p ul liInclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion. /li liIntegrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct. /li liProfessionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges. /li liCourage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance. /li liEmpathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. /li /ul h3Core Competencies /h3 ul liTeamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. /li liDelivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. /li liManaging and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. /li liAccountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. /li liCommunication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. /li /ul h3Managerial Competencies /h3 ul liLeadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential. /li liEmpowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential. /li liBuilding Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty. /li liStrategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction. /li liHumility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. /li /ul h3Notes /h3 pInternationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months. /p pAppointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted. /p pIOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. /p pIOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times. /p pIOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts. /p pFor further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies /p #J-18808-Ljbffr