The objective of this consultancy is to provide specialized financial support services to streamline the Institute’s financial operations, ensure accuracy in financial data management, and assist with project and Institute audits.

This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and may only be filled by permanent citizens of the Philippines.

• Preparation of Budget Proposals
  • Prepare or revise budgets for all assigned Bilateral/W3 Restricted Grants, W1R, and Other Funds, ensuring completion on or before donor submission deadlines, in coordination with Project Leaders and PDMO. Ensure that all budgets align with Institute standards and comply with donor guidelines.
• Budget Loading and Adjustments/Realignment
  • Prepare the postback template for uploading Admin budget additions, adjustments, or realignments, as requested by the project accountant or BUS owner, and approved by the team or Finance Heads.
  • Prepare the postback template based on the approved grant and upload it to OCS.
• Preparation of Monthly Chargebacks
  • Prepare the monthly ITS chargeback report and send it to the designated accountant.
  • Prepare the monthly schedule of RSS, OSS, and ITS recoveries, and upload it to the Prime Payroll system.
  • Prepare the monthly Other GRS Benefits (e.g., Dependent's School Bus, Housing, Vehicle Allocation, and GRS Bus Run) and upload the data into the Prime Payroll system.
• BUS and Task ID Creation and Monitoring
  • Create BUS and Task IDs as requested by the assigned accountant.
  • Activate, extend, and update BUS records based on received requests.
• FTE and Budget Consolidation Under Pipeline Grants Style
  • Gather Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) and budget data across all pipeline grants, ensuring completeness and consistency.
  • Consolidate the FTE and budget data into a comprehensive report to support financial forecasting and resource allocation.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or any related field
• Preferably CPA, with at least one year of experience in accounting, auditing, financial management, budgeting, or related field

Mandatory

• Has knowledge in budgeting, cost estimation, pricing strategies, and financial metrics.
• Ability to communicate professionally, positively, and effectively with a variety of individuals integral to the position.
• Ability to quickly learn and grasp the implications of financial terms and conditions.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with confidential information.
• Can work with minimal supervision
• Proficient in using MS Office and has relevant experience in computerized financial systems, and flexibility to adapt to new software applications.

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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.