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2764285 - Error Message: 'Mandatory Account Assignment for Item X is Missing: Project task' While Posting Manual Journal Entry Voucher

You are receiving an error message while posting manual Journal Entry Voucher. Mandatory account assignment for item X is missing: Project Task Enter a valid account assignment type

Environment

SAP Business ByDesign

Reproducing the Issue

• Go to the General Ledger work center.
• Go to the Journal Entry Voucher view.
• Click on New -> Journal Entry Voucher.
• Enter all required details and G/L accounts PQR. (PQR represents the G/L account ID)
• Click on Simulate.

Error message: Mandatory account assignment for item X is missing: Project Task Enter a valid account assignment type

You have made the Project task as mandatory in the business configuration settings and assigned respective G/L account to it. You can view the configuration in the below steps:

• Go to the Business Configuration work center.
• Go to the Implementation projects view.
• Select the project and perform the action Open Activity List.
• Search for the activity Account Assignment Types.
• Click on Maintain Account Assignment Types.
• Select the Account Assignment Type: Pro and PROJECT_TASK_KEY - Project Task is 1 - Mandatory.

You have specified account assignment type: PRO - Project Task is Mandatory Account Assignments for G/L Account

• Search for the activity Mandatory Account Assignments.
• Click Edit Mandatory Account Assignments for G/L Accounts
• Select the respective Chart of accounts and could see G/L account: PQR has account assignment as PRO - Project Task.

You need to select Account Assignment Type: PRO - Project Task and enter  the Project Task in the manual journal entry voucher to post into accounting.

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• Job classification General Service Staff
• Duty station Manila (Global) Administrative Centre (MAC)
• Location Manila
• Type of Appointment Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
• Closing Date 11 Jul 2024
• Duration of Assignment One year with possibility of extension
• Salary Php 799,973.00 per annum net of taxes

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Under the general supervision of the National Accounting Officer and the direct supervision of the National Regional Accounting Officer, the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for supporting the review of Missions’ accounts including but not limited to general accounting work, project financial report review and endorsement, and month-end review. The successful candidate will provide integrated financial and accounting support and recommendation to Offices to ensure compliance with IOM’s overall accounting regulations, rules, policies and procedures especially for project financial reports.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

Provide guidance and support to Country Offices (CO) and Regional Offices (RO) in terms of accounting, financial and project matters in compliance with Financial Management Rules and Procedures (FMRP), Project Handbook, Financial Reporting (Module 5), International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), Finance and Accounting Division (FAD) Alerts and PRISM Financials etc. 

Recommend enhancements of existing reports or current system or development of reports to improve processes and for efficiency in coordination with Supervisors. 

Support the review and analysis of project financial reports to verify compliance with donor agreement (budget, funding, financial reporting template, etc.) and reports are reconciled with PRISM Financials prior to donor submission. 

Prepare interest income calculation on projects as required by donor whenever applicable. 

Assist Regional Accountants in the assessment of COs' risk profile based on timeliness, responsiveness, and overall performance assessment in the project financial reporting aspect. 

Provide timely and relevant information as required by donor, external and internal auditors particularly in the area of project financial reporting.

Escalate any material findings and provide status to the RAS Supervisor, National Accounting Officer, Head of MFRS, Chief of MFS, FAD or Regional Office (RO), as applicable. 

Provide inputs in the Quarterly Update to RO for all critical issues of COs under their region particularly on the project financial reporting aspect. 

Assist the Regional Accountants in monitoring timely completion of monthly accounts closure and timely receipt of accounting documents and perform review accordingly. 

Provide guidance to COs on subjects related to closing of accounts and analyze issues and errors encountered by COs closure including coordination to relevant units. 

Assist Regional Accountants with posting of adjustments particular on project closing adjustments.

Participate in comprehensive training programs tailored specifically to Country and Regional offices in the area of project financial reporting and provide practical insights and tools to effectively navigate complex financial issues. 

Provide guidance and support in training newly hired staff with accounting processes and applications.

Ensure that all tasks received and statuses are timely updated in FinCoorP. 

Provide inputs on the improvement and streamlining of processes, as well as the implementation of system enhancements. 

Travel to COs as may be required in the performance of assigned tasks. 

Perform other accounting functions as may be required.

Completed university degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 3 years of relevant work experience; or,

High-school diploma with 5 years of relevant work experience. 

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent is an advantage.

Experience in audit is an advantage. 

Experience in the SAP/ Oracle an advantage.

Sound knowledge of accounting systems and plus International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and internal controls.

Computer literacy including proficiency in MS Office applications. 

Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is desirable.

Inclusion and respect for diversity

Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

Integrity and transparency

Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

Professionalism

Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

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Accountability.

Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

Communication

Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managing and sharing knowledge

Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

Delivering results

Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

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