Chief of Global Accounting

About the role

The Chief of Global Accounting leads IOM’s worldwide accounting, statutory financial reporting and project financial report certification functions, ensuring compliance with IPSAS and delivering high‑quality financial information.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of statutory financial statements and ensure IPSAS compliance.
• Manage global accounting operations, including project financial report certification and management reporting.
• Define accounting requirements and drive improvements in ERP and financial reporting solutions.
• Conduct internal control assessments, financial risk management and oversee external audit engagements.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with at least ten years of relevant experience (or bachelor’s with twelve years).
• Professional certification as CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience in financial management within a multinational or international organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage decentralized financial teams and processes.

Required skills

• Extensive knowledge of IPSAS and IFRS accounting standards.
• Advanced use of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Proficiency with financial consolidation and reporting tools.
• Experience with business intelligence platforms and data analytics for accounting quality and decision support.