Financial Specialist (For CV Pooling)

Position Title: Financial Specialist
Employment Type: For CV Pooling
Location: Philippines (various project sites / hybrid setup)

Role Overview

We are building a pool of qualified Financial Specialists to support upcoming and ongoing projects involving local government units (LGUs), public sector programs, and donor-funded initiatives. The role focuses on strengthening public financial management, budgeting, and fiscal planning at the municipal or project level.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, review, and execution of municipal and project budgets, including monitoring and variance analysis.
• Provide technical assistance to LGUs and government agencies on financial planning, budgeting, and fiscal management.
• Assist in the development and evaluation of Annual Investment Programs (AIPs), local development plans, and municipal budget documents.
• Conduct financial analysis, including revenue generation strategies, expenditure planning, and financial sustainability assessments.
• Ensure compliance with government accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and procurement regulations.
• Prepare and review financial reports, forecasts, and budget performance reports.
• Coordinate with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure proper financial documentation and reporting.
• Support financial components of donor-funded or internationally financed projects (e.g., World Bank, ADB, IFC), including reporting and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification is an advantage but not required.
• Municipal Accountant or other public finance professionals with relevant LGU experience are highly encouraged to apply.

Experience Requirements

• Proven experience in municipal budgeting, including preparation, execution, monitoring, and reporting.
• Experience working with LGUs, government agencies, or development programs on financial planning and fiscal management.
• Strong understanding of local government finance, revenue generation, and expenditure management.
• Experience in the preparation or evaluation of local development plans and investment programs.
• Knowledge of government accounting, financial reporting, and procurement processes.
• Exposure to donor-funded or internationally financed projects (e.g., World Bank, ADB, IFC) is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural environments
• Proficiency in MS Excel and financial reporting tools

Additional Notes

• This is a pooling opportunity for upcoming projects. Qualified candidates will be contacted as project requirements arise.
• Experience in infrastructure, renewable energy, or public sector development projects is an advantage.