job description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to elevate your career with a global leader? JT International (JTI) is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Budget Specialist to join our dynamic finance team in Taguig City.
In this pivotal role, you will act as the financial compass for our marketing department. You will be responsible for the end-to-end planning, monitoring, and analysis of marketing budgets. By ensuring accurate forecasting and stringent spend control, you will enable our teams to execute impactful campaigns while maintaining optimal financial health. If you possess a keen eye for numbers, a passion for process improvement, and the ability to partner with cross-functional stakeholders, we want to hear from you.
Join a world-class organization that values professional growth, international exposure, and a culture of continuous improvement. Apply today and help drive the financial success of our global brand initiatives.
Responsibility
- Develop and manage comprehensive annual and quarterly marketing budget plans.
- Monitor actual spend against budget allocations, ensuring strict adherence to financial guidelines.
- Prepare accurate financial forecasts and variance analysis reports for senior management.
- Collaborate with marketing stakeholders to optimize fund allocation and drive cost-efficiency.
- Conduct regular reconciliations to ensure financial records are precise and audit-ready.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance budget tracking accuracy.
- Provide insightful financial commentary to support data-driven decision-making within the marketing unit.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum 2-4 years of experience in budgeting, financial planning, or management accounting.
- Strong proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, vlookup, financial modeling) is essential.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is highly preferred.
- Excellent analytical skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multinational corporate environment.