Budget Officer

National Teachers College; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

National Teachers College in Manila seeks a finance professional to lead budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the institution. The role emphasizes timely financial reporting, variance analysis, and robust financial modeling to guide executive decisions.

Collaborating with operations and administration, you will monitor performance against budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and present dashboards to department heads and the CFO.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in budget analysis and analytical interpretation of financial data.

Responsibilities

• 1 Financial and Management Reporting – deliver reports timely and accurately.
• 2 Monitoring and Control – compare monthly results to budget and propose actions.
• 3 Budgeting and Forecasting – build and maintain annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• 4 Variance Analysis – explain gaps between actuals and targets.
• 5 Create and update financial models to simulate scenarios.
• 6 Strategic Reporting – prepare dashboards and presentations for CFO and executives.
• 7 Cost Optimization – identify ROI opportunities and allocate resources efficiently.
• 8 Cross-Functional Partnering – collaborate with operations, sales, and marketing to translate data into insights.

Skills

Budget analysis

Analytical skills

Cost control

Excel

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial modelling

Job description

Company Description

National Teachers College (NTC) is a private, non-sectarian institution in Quiapo, Manila, Philippines, offering preschool, basic, and higher education programs. Established in 1928 and authorized to operate as an educational institution in 1929, NTC has a long history of preparing educators and professionals for service in the Philippines and beyond. In 2018, AC Education, Inc., the education arm of Ayala Corporation, acquired a majority stake in NTC, strengthening its resources and academic network. NTC is now part of a larger education group under iPeople, Inc., which serves over 60,000 students across multiple schools and universities. The institution continues to focus on high-quality teacher education and leadership development to support national and global educational needs.

Role Description

• 1 Financial and Management Reporting
• 1.1 Ensure timely and accurately deliver reports as requested by management.
• 2 Monitoring and Control
• 2.1 Monitor monthly actual performance versus budget; and propose action if needed.
• 3 Budgeting and Forecasting
• 3.1 Build, coordinate, and maintain annual budgets and rolling forecasts. Predict future revenues,
• expenses, and cash flows
• 4 Variance Analysis
• 4.1 Compare actual financial results against budgeted or forecasted targets. Explain the reasons behind
• any gaps or variances in management.
• 5.1 Create and update complex financial models in tools like Microsoft Excel to simulate different economic
• 6 Strategic Reporting
• 6.1 Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for department heads, the CFO, and executive
• leadership.
• 7 Cost Optimization
• 7.1 Identify cost-saving opportunities, evaluate return on investment (ROI), and help allocate company
• resources efficiently.
• 8 Cross-Functional Partnering
• 8.1 Collaborate with operations, sales, and marketing teams to translate operational data and business

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Budget Analysis and Analytical Skills to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Candidates should possess practical experience in the Budget Process and Budget Management to plan, implement, and monitor institutional budgets effectively.
• Candidates should possess foundational knowledge in Finance to understand accounting principles, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Prior experience in budgeting or financial planning within an educational institution or similar organization is an advantage.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet and financial management software, with strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders and work collaboratively in a structured, deadline-driven environment.