Treasury Accounting Specialist, Copenhagen, Denmark

General Information

Position Title: Treasury Accounting Specialist

Vacancy Type: Roster

Job Category: Finance

Duty Station(s): Copenhagen

Seniority Level: Mid Level

ICS Level: ICS 10

Contract Type: Staff - IP - FTA

Contract Level: IP P-3

Posting Start Date: 02-Jul-2026

Posting End Date: 31-Jul-2026

Duration: Ongoing or variable and subject to satisfactoryperformance and availability of funds.

Job Highlight

The role has an impact on the overall Financial Group efficiencyin financial resources management and success in introduction andimplementation of operational strategies. Accurate, thoroughlyresearched and documented financial information, timely andappropriate delivery of services ensure client satisfaction andenhance UNOPS credibility in the use of financial resources.

About the Group

The Finance Group serves as a strategic partner and fiduciaryadvisor, ensuring transparent, accountable, and effective resourcemanagement across UNOPS. The Group defines financial strategy inalignment with organizational goals, establishes finance policies,systems, and processes, and leads corporate budgeting to enablefull cost recovery and ensure long-term financial sustainability.Throughout the project lifecycle, the Finance Group provides expertguidance, oversight, and tailored financial solutions.Responsibilities include delivering comprehensive financial andcorporate performance reporting, strengthening financial capacityacross the organization, and continuously enhancing resourceplanning and allocation. In addition, the Finance Group preparesand oversees the implementation of finance-related policies,upholding the highest standards of financial stewardship andsupporting UNOPS in achieving operational excellence and fiscalresponsibility.

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Job Specific Context

This is a roster replenishment, i.e. a call for applications forfuture function-specific opportunities, determined by emergingneeds. The process is similar to a regular recruitment, but is notlinked to a current vacancy. It can be used to hire into ICA and FTcontracts, in Copenhagen or various duty stations.

Role Purpose

The Treasury Accounting Specialist reports to the Chief ofFinancial Statements and UNBOA Relations who provides broadsupervision and guidance. The Treasury Accountant is responsiblefor accounting and efficient financial reporting of treasuryrelated transactions. He/she analyzes and interprets the financialregulations and rules and the applicable accounting standards(IPSAS) and provides solutions and advice to a wide spectrum ofcomplex accounting transactions and promotes a client-orientedapproach consistent with UNOPS regulations and rules.

Functions / Key Results Expected

1. TREASURY ACCOUNTING

• Ensure appropriate accounting of treasury-related transactionsinvolving but not limited to:

a. FX-Spot, Forwards, NDF, Options

b. Interest Rate Derivatives (OTC and Exchange Traded)

c. Inflation Swaps

d. Equity and Credit derivatives (CDS & Equity futures)

e. Cash, Cash Equivalents, Fixed Income (Sovereign,Supranational, Agency MBS, Corporate Bonds, Money Market Funds)

• Support ad-hoc valuation exercises of UNOPS investmentportfolios, including liaising with UNOPS asset managers and globalcustodian.
• Ensure appropriate hedge accounting and review of hedgingperformance.
• Support UNOPS Treasury unit with managing of hedge efficienciesand effectiveness, both from a policy perspective linked to hedgeaccounting requirements where needed, and from a treasury hedgingpoint of view including hedge coverage, slippage, cost of hedging,etc.
• Ensure accurate accounting of UNOPS financial portfolios(including the After Service Health Insurance - ASHI) in accordancewith UNOPS business model and related accounting standards(IPSAS).
• Support treasury in triannual ALM study on liability-driveninvestment portfolios (ASHI).
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and system integrity throughreviewing of accounting results between UNOPS Treasury ManagementSystem and the ERP.
• Advise back office on accounting and reporting matters ofin-house treasury transactions and liaise with the treasury unit ona regular basis including setup and structure of new financialinstruments both within UNOPS policies and at system level in UNOPSTMS (Kyriba).
• Ensure accurate monthly recording and accounting of UNOPSinvestments externally managed in the UNOPS book of records.
• Ensure in-depth understanding and recording ofcollateralisation postings (paid/received) for the different typesof margin calls in accordance with UNOPS Financial Regulations andRules and other applicable Organizational Directives andOperational Instructions and accounting standards (IPSAS).
• Exercise periodic monitoring over transactions and accountbalances/reconciliations to ensure compliance with UNOPS FinancialRegulations and Rules and other applicable OrganizationalDirectives and Operational Instructions and accounting standards(IPSAS).
• Ensure that all applicable deadlines to books´ closuresare met.

2. FINANCIAL REPORTING/OVERSIGHT

• Oversee and document accounting compliance of treasury-relatedtransactions in ERP to the treasury policies, Investmentprinciples, UNOPS Financial Regulations and Rules and accountingstandards (IPSAS).
• Prepare regular periodic management reports on accountingresults of UNOPS portfolios and in collaboration with the treasuryunit bridge the accounting results with the financial performanceof UNOPS portfolios.
• Ensure treasury-related transactions are accurately recordedand promptly reported in accordance with the relevant accountingstandards (IPSAS).
• Prepare regular periodic management reports on analysis offoreign exchange results reported in General Ledger.
• Prepare regular periodic management reports on analysis ofexternally managed investments.
• Support preparation and consolidation of monthly and quarterlyfinancial forecasts in close collaboration with other unitsincluding UNOPS treasury unit.
• Support in preparation of corporate financial statements, incompliance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards(IPSAS), including all the necessary supporting schedules andnotes.

3. INTERNAL, EXTERNAL AUDIT / LIAISON

• Provide support to the head of the unit during internal andexternal audit processes.
• Manage treasury-related external audit queries during interimand year-end audit.
• Manage internal audit-related queries in relation toverification exercises.
• Establish effective, robust, and open working relationshipswith key counterparts (including front, middle, and backoffice) andensure expectations are managed, key issues communicated, andpotential blockers resolved in a timely manner.

4. CAPACITY BUILDIN****G

• Support process documentation and continuous processimprovements including development of SoPs and related PQMS.
• Become a subject matter expert on accounting fortreasury-related transactions.
• Develop innovative solutions to optimize financial processes,reduce manual work, and increase automation around financialreporting.
• Responsible for providing guidance and advice to financepractitioners in the area of financial accounting, interpretation,and operational guidance on the application of the accountingstandards (IPSAS) and UNOPS Financial Regulations and Rules(FRR).
• Participate in the development of Operational Manuals.
• Monitor developments and updates to accounting standards(IPSAS) related to financial instruments and ensure due knowledgesharing and operational preparation of the organization forcompliance purposes.
• Provide expert advice and support in regular book closure andyear-end closure processes.
• Maintain a log of issues identified, analyze data, and draw aholistic action plan to improve processes and establish necessarycontrols based on lessons learned.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining a strong controlenvironment around financial reporting and the integrity offinancial transactions used for preparation of corporate financialstatements.

Skills

International Financial Reporting Standards, Corporate Treasury,Treasury Management

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinkslong term and externally in order to positively shape theorganisation. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implicationsof future decisions and activities on other parts of theorganisation.

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively todifferences and encourages others to do the same. Upholdsorganisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards oftrustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit.Collaborates and supports the development of others. For peoplemanagers only: Acts as positive leadership role model,motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizingappropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on allpartners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds andmaintains strong external relationships and is a competent partnerfor others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for selfand/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total taskaccomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Seesopportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understandsthat responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on ourbeneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment.Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances orrequirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior.Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursuescontinuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmaticdecisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculatedrisks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner.Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needsof others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge.Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinionand finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) preferably in Finance,Accounting, Financial Management or a related field is requiredwith 7 years of relevant experience OR
• A Master's Degree (or equivalent) in any of the abovedisciplines with 5 years of relevant experience is required.
• Fully qualified accounting qualification with a recognisedaccountancy body is required.

Desired

• Specialized certifications such as chartered financial analyst(CFA) is considered an asset.

Experience Requirements

Required

• Relevant experience is defined as treasury accounting workingexperience within an international environment is required.
• A thorough knowledge of International Public Sector AccountingStandards (IPSAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards(IFRS) is required.

Desired

• Experience in Treasury Management Systems, and ERP isconsidered an asset.

Language Requirements

Language: English

• Proficiency Level: Fluent
• Requirement: Required

Additional Information

• UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process requestcandidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnightCopenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.Applications received after the closing date will not beconsidered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited toproceed to the next stage of the selection process, which mayinclude various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employmentopportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range ofnationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities,sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain andstrengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive workingenvironment where all personnel are treated with respect and haveequal access to opportunities.
• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills,qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement.We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process andwelcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenousand racialized communities, individuals of diverse genderidentities and sexual orientations, and persons withdisabilities.
• We are committed to enabling all candidates to perform at theirbest during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted andrequire support or reasonable accommodation to complete anyassessment, please inform our human resources team upon receivingyour invitation.
• UNOPS has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse(SEA), sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct,including discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment. Touphold these standards, background checks are conducted for allfinal candidates to help ensure that individuals with a history ofsuch conduct are not hired. By applying for a position with UNOPS,candidates acknowledge and consent to these verificationprocesses.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint acandidate at a lower level than the advertised level of thepost.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatorycourses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time,before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatorycourses may be required during your contract. Please note that youwill not receive any compensation for taking courses andrefreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• For more details about the contract types, please clickhere.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their dutiesin accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies andInstructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks.In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of theSustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UNcore values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on allpotential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on theresults of such checks.