Senior Financial Management Officer
Job Vacancy | Tuesday, September 16, 2025
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- Reference Number 250738 Position Level TL6 Department Procurement, Portfolio and Financial Management Department Division Financial Management Division Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Tuesday, September 16, 2025 Closing Date Tuesday, September 30, 2025 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position of Senior Financial Management Officer is assigned to the Financial Management Division (PFFM) within the Procurement, Portfolio and Financial Management Department (PPFD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to a designated International staff and may oversee Junior team members and/or consultants.
Your Role
As a Senior Financial Management Officer, you will: a) provide operational services in conducting financial due diligence of projects during processing and management during implementation; (b) support country FM assessments and FM systems strengthening projects; and (c) coordinate the development and delivery of knowledge sharing and capacity building support.
Though the position is based in Philippines, you can be assigned to work on tasks in other developing member countries of ADB.
You will:
a. Operational services
- Lead the: (i) review of audited project and entity financial statements (APFS/AEFS) for all assigned projects following ADB's internal review guidelines including updating automated review checklists, monitoring and quality improvement; and (ii) FM support to project teams to communicate with executing and/or implementing agencies (EAs/IAs) on issues identified in the APFS and AEFS, including compliance with financial covenants.
b. Country FM Systems
Participate as a team member for preparation of country or regional partnership strategy, governance risk assessments, or country public financial management assessments (e.g., public expenditure and financial accountability assessments). Review country FM systems and monitor changes related to project financial management, audit, taxation, and other finance-related areas, and update country management and staff on any changes that may affect project implementation and performance.
c. Knowledge management
d. Other tasks
Other tasks as assigned and reflected in the your workplan.Qualifications
You will need:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; preferably with Master's degree or equivalent; Professional qualification in accounting (e.g. CPA, CA, ACCA) from an internationally recognized institution (e.g., IFAC). A CFA qualification is an advantage; At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in private or public sector financial management (i.e., in accounting, budgeting, auditing); and at least 4 years of supervisory experience; Experience with (a) investment project appraisal, and (b) appraisal processes of financial institutions including multilateral development banks for sovereign and non-sovereign transactions is an advantage; Advanced and broad knowledge of all aspects of FM, including: (i) International Financial Reporting Standards and International Standards on Auditing; (ii) experience with internal control systems and procedures (in particular the COSO framework); (iii) experience in auditing including assessing auditors' competence; and (iv) experience in advising clients on the design and implementation of FM systems, including financial and management reports; Excel in a self-directed work environment to accomplish assigned transactions, areas of analysis and research, which have well-defined scope and steps; Proficiency in expressing ideas in both spoken and written formats (and report-writing) in English. Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills. Able to liaise and work with government officials; Able to guide administrative staff to facilitate work planning, delivery and quality review; Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint; familiarity with database management tools; and Able to work well with teams as a constructive team member. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for technical local staff level 6.
Benefits
ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Housing and education allowance (if applicable) Expatriate benefits (if applicable) Retirement plan Medical and health benefits Paid leave (including parental) Life and other insurance plans Staff development
Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff's particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff's performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.
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