specialist - strategic FinanceInternational Rice Research Institute

About IRRI
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.
Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change.
Job Purpose
Under the minimal supervision of the Deputy Head Strategic Finance, the Strategic Finance Specialist is responsible in the development and improvement of all Finance processes and conduct a variety of quantitative and qualitative analysis to support the development and reporting of Greenhouse Gas (GHG). Work with various stakeholders in finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives, from conceptualization and planning to execution and evaluation. Review, calculate and propose updated standard cost in line with the HRS' latest policy on pay scale and benefits entitlements. Maintain and monitor personnel funding (FTE) to provide accurate report on the Institute's personnel analysis.
This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and may only be filled by permanent citizens of the Philippines.
Roles and Responsibilities
Develop and improve all reports pertaining to budget, actual and forecast for Management and internal stakeholders
Plan and execution of certain finance projects, and mobilizing project team members
Evaluate projects to ensure they are meeting company standards, adhere to budgets, and meet deadlines
Conduct a variety of quantitative and qualitative analyses to support the development of GHG accounting
Analyses the availability of funding and provides recommendation for approval of the requests for contract extensions, replacements and new staff positions
Maintain, review, monitor and analyze individual staffs' Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) and its funding movement in order to provide an accurate report to payroll, human resources, and other stakeholders
Work with Finance Controller and Finance project team member for the planning and execution of new processes, workflows, reports, and dashboard
Coordinate with Management Information System Unit (MIS) in developing/improving internal reports on budget, actual and forecast for Management and internal users
Oversee the development of the project and ensure that team members are carrying out their tasks efficiently
Educate the internal users such as Cost Center Heads, Platform Leaders and BUS owners to comprehend the financial reports
Contribute to the preparation of proposals to support business development for GHG accounting
Work closely with Human Resources Services (HRS) for the latest pay scale and benefits; identify issues/concerns on staff cluster and platform, appointment duration, complete list of active staff; and management plan for vacant positions and renewal. Ensure confidentiality on the data provided
Coordinate with Proposal units and Reporting Units for the staff monitoring, updating of full time equivalent (FTE) and month-end closing
Submit to Payroll Unit the accurate full time equivalent (FTE) for salaries and benefits monthly allocation
Document the project's creation, development, and execution as well as the project's scope, budget, and justification
Delivery of project objectives as defined in specific projects or initiatives
Facilitation of meetings and mobilizing Project Team members
Draft new and improving the existing project management office policies and processes
Quantitative and qualitative analysis to support the development and reporting of Greenhouse Gas (GHG)
Prepare clear and compelling reports, presentations of analyses, and recommendations for stakeholders
Create personnel budget specific reports, spreadsheets, and staff funding (FTE) as requested by internal users and management
Maintain and monitor budgetary records of personnel in the database and ensure that all positions are properly accounted, correct classification of staff based on appointment category, platform, and appointment duration
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with at least 5 years working experience in accounting, financial management, budgeting, project management or related field
Skills Required
Mandatory
Experience in managing multiple projects at a time, and prioritizing in order to meet deadlines
Familiarity with climate change reporting frameworks (e.g. GHG Protocol, etc.)
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Works independently and on schedule
Attention to detail and quality
Self-motivation and problem-solving skills
Strong planning and organizing, ability to see the big picture
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance and other allowances. Join our team and be part of our story!
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.
International Rice Research Institute

Philippines
Permanent
Full-time