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Friday, October 17, 2008

Job Vacancy - Finance Assistant (PSA - 6 Months) - (Kuala Lumpur)

United Nations University

The United Nations University is an international community of scholars engaged in research, postgraduate training and
dissemination of knowledge in furtherance of the purposes and principles of the United Nations, its member states and peoples.

It serves as a think-tank for the United Nations System, contributes to capacity building particularly in developing countries,

and serves as a platform for new and creative ideas and dialogue. In addition to the United Nations University Centre (Headquartes)

located in Tokyo, the United Nations University had already established thirteen Research and Training Centres and Programmes worldwide.

For more information please visit: www.unu.edu

We are looking for an outstanding individual with a proven track record in the accounting administration functions,
the ability to challenge the status quo and create new ideas, and the potential to bring a significant contribution to the

worldwide expansion of United Nations University’s operations.

Finance Assistant (PSA – 6 Months)

Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Accountant, the main duties and responsibilities of the Finance Assistant include the following:
• Provide various accounting services which include timely and accurate processing of vouchers for disbursements,
  receipts, investments, journals and monthly account reconciliations
• Assist in data migration for the new ERP implementation
• Any duties as may be assigned or required by the supervisor.

Requirements:
• Obtained a Degree/ Diploma in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration or equivalent
• At least 2-3 years of working experience in finance/accounting
• Fluent in both oral and written English
• Good Excel spreadsheet skills and experience in handling ERP systems
• Result-oriented, self-motivated with the ability to prioritize work and multi task
• Proven interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multi-cultural,
  multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect

Remuneration: Between MYR1,800 to MYR3,300 per month where salary will commensurate with candidate’s

academic qualification and years of work experience.

Duration of contract: This is a full-time employment. Initial appointment on a Personnel Service Agreement (PSA)
for 6 months with the possibility of extension upon satisfactory work performance and subject to requirements.

This is a locally recruited post. Suitably qualified women applicants are particularly encouraged to apply.

Starting Date: October 2008

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online and should submit a United Nations University
Personal History Form (P.11) accessible on the United Nations University website (www.unu.edu/employment)
with a covering letter explaining why they believe they are qualified for this position and what contribution
they can bring to the United Nations University latest by 19 October 2008. Any late application will not be considered.

Application clearly stating the title of the position can be sent by e-mail, fax or post to:

By email: applications@hq.unu.edu
By fax: 603-2092 2592
By post:
United Nations University
c/o Chief, Human Resources
1st Floor, Wisma U.N.
Block C, Kompleks Pejabat Damansara
Jalan Dungun, Damansara Heights
50490 Kuala Lumpur

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

by Yugmeswari Kunasekaran at 11:17 AM |