Job Description
Accountant
World Health Organization
New Delhi, Delhi
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Job details
Salary
₹8,82,167 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Full Job Description
Grade
: G5
Contractual Arrangement
: Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days)
: Two years
Job Posting
: Dec 8, 2026, 12:13:50 AM
Closing Date
: Dec 28, 2026, 4:5+:00 PM
Primary Location
: India-New Delhi
Organization
: SE/DAF Director - Administration & Finance
Schedule
: Full-time
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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
To provide policy guidance and support across SEA Region on financial / accounting matters, Imprest Accounts management, DFC clearance, income/award, budgetary management, etc. Ensure effective controls exist and are operational regarding Imprest Account operations; and that monthly closure of Imprest Accounts is carried out in accordance with the standard operating procedures and eManual provisions.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the direct supervision of the Executive Associate and overall guidance of the Finance Officer (FO), the incumbent will:
• Review and monitor WCOs Imprest Accounts operations, provide support on Imprest queries and ensure timely closure of monthly Imprest accounts and submission of Imprest Returns
• Assist in periodic in-depth review of Imprest Returns along with background documentation and related Country Office expenditure, to ensure compliance with WHO's financial rules and regulations.
• Monitor DFC advances and ensure timely clearance of DFC Receipts received in GSM for BFU's clearance. Follow-up with WCOs to minimize the number of overdue DFCs.
• Provide assistance for review of committal documents and expenditures data under SEAR work plans to ensure compliance with WHO's financial rules and regulations.
• Review and ensure clearance of generic General Ledgers of eImprest and related financial transactions in the Imprest accounts.
• Provide assistance in gathering background information for ad-hoc reports required for compliance review.
• Draft comments/correspondence related to the incumbent's area of work.
• Work as back-up for other Executive Assistants in BFU during their absence.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Secondary school education with specialization in budgeting and accounting.
Desirable: Diploma/certificate of specialization in accounting and IT an advantage. Training in computer application including excel.
Experience
Essential: At least five years' experience in accounting/administrative work.
Desirable: Experience in UN or a similar international organization.
Skills
A good understanding of WHO procedures and ability to interpret WHO Manual provisions related to Imprest, DFCs, standard operating procedures issued by ROs and HQ, etc.; Understanding of WHO ERP system (GSM) and accounting principles in general, an advantage; Skills to operate computer with ease; Excellent knowledge of MS Excel spreadsheets and its application for conversion of data into user friendly reports.
WHO Competencies
• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Producing results
• Moving forward in a changing environment
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
REMUNERATION
WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at INR 882,167 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
💡 Quick Summary
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