IOM-UN Migration Hiring “Senior Finance Associate” || June-2025

June 24, 2025 Admin

Exciting Job Opportunity at International Organization for Migration – United Nations
The International Organization for Migration is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. IOM works with its partners in the international community to assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration, advance understanding of migration issues, encourage social and economic development through migration and uphold the well-being and human rights of migrants.
IOM-UN is looking to hire “Senior Finance Associate“ at Islamabad.
Details are as follows:

Position Title: Senior Finance Associate

Location: Islamabad, Pakistan

Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)

Organizational Context and Scope:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision Senior Finance Associate and, in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters and the Administrative Centres, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for managing the resources management functions in Pakistan.

Required Qualification and Experience:

Education:

High School diploma with six years of relevant experience; or,
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finances, or related field with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience:

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in SAP is a distinct advantage.
Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way;
Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things; and,
Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills:

Strong in accounting, budgeting, and ERP systems; ensures compliance with financial rules and supports audits; provides accurate reporting, payroll, and vendor management; advises teams on finance matters;

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Urdu is required (oral and written).
Working Knowlege of any local language would be advantage

Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

Provide procedural guidance to managers and staff; supervise, guide and train other finance support staff.
Manage financial resources through monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc. in accordance with IOM rules and regulations.
Provide specialized advice and support to Project Managers and/or Chief of Missions/Head of Office/Head of Sub-office on financial and administrative matters.
Provide specialized support preparing annual budget submission and revisions including estimating the cost of staff as well as rental and utilities, office equipment and supplies, printing, and other contracts, services or running expenses.
Assist in monitoring compliance with financial policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Consolidate data into financial statements and assist in monitoring expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels.
Provide regular and ad hoc financial information to support informed financial decision making.
Assist monitoring that bank reconciliations for IOM accounts are regularly performed and reviewed by designated stakeholders.
Manage and prepare the payroll by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results.
Ensure that disbursements are made based on proper authorizations and supported by legitimate and sufficient documentation.
Provide assistance responding to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations.
Review the status and monitor the proper maintenance of Vendor Accounts in accounting system.
Verify vendor claims for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions.
Assist in the preparation of budget, accounting, financial, statistical reports and other reports as required.
Perform other related duties as required.