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Job Function:

Finance

Job Sub Function:

Finance Business Partners

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Taguig, National Capital Region (Manila), Philippines

Job Description:

Role Overview

This role will be part of the Global Services Finance team in the Compensation & Benefits Accounting process area, with a primary focus on labor and compensation forecasting and planning activities across assigned scope (e.g., MRC 1410 / 1411 / 1412).

The role works in close partnership with the Actuals Analyst to ensure alignment between forecasted positions and reported financial results, with targeted support during close cycles.

 

Key Responsibilities

Be compliant with applicable laws and regulations, and follow guidelines in the J&J Credo

 

Maintain Operational Excellence

• Responsible for executing forecasting and planning activities within the Compensation & Benefits Accounting process area
• Support end-to-end labor and compensation forecasting cycles (Business Plan, Latest Thinking, updates)
• Maintain and validate headcount and compensation assumptions in planning tools
• Ensure timely and accurate forecast submissions aligned with global timelines
• Partner with FP&A and business stakeholders to validate key assumptions (hiring, attrition, comp drivers)
• Perform variance analysis across forecast cycles and provide clear, driver-based commentary
• Work closely with the Actuals Analyst to:
  • Understand monthly actuals and key variances
  • Incorporate actuals insights into forecast updates
  • Ensure alignment between forecast and actual results
• Provide limited support during close cycles, including:
  • Data validation and variance review
  • Supporting reconciliation of forecast vs actual differences

 

Data Integrity, Controls & Compliance

• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of forecasting data across systems
• Understand and adhere to worldwide policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Support audit requests and documentation as needed (in coordination with Actuals/Accounting teams)
• Identify data or process risks within forecasting activities and escalate appropriately

 

Be a Trusted Business Partner

• Partner with FP&A, Total Rewards, and business stakeholders to support forecast alignment
• Collaborate with the Actuals Analyst to ensure consistent messaging across forecasting and actual reporting
• Support SMEs and Operational Key Contacts to maintain a consistent global approach

 

Create Game-Changing Innovation

• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting processes, data quality, and efficiency
• Support implementation of process simplification and standardization initiatives
• Promote a continuous improvement mindset within the team

 

Talent Management

• Support onboarding and training of new joiners and partners (particularly on forecasting processes)

 

Qualifications

Education 

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s level degree or equivalent is required, preferably in accounting, finance, or related business discipline. 
• CPA, CMA, MBA and/or other financial certifications is preferred. 

Required

• At least 4–6 years of professional experience
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in forecasting and variance analysis
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to work in a collaborative model (forecast + actuals split ownership)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines

Preferred

• Experience in financial planning, forecasting, or headcount analysis

• Experience with planning tools (TM1, Anaplan, or similar) preferred
• Understanding of compensation and benefits cost drivers
• Experience in a Shared Service Centre or Global A2R organization
• Ability to handle ambiguity and fluid situations, demonstrating a pragmatic approach.
• Successfully manage multiple priorities, be very organized and work efficiently to tight deadlines.
• Solid US GAAP accounting knowledge.
• Digital/ intelligent automation capabilities.

Other 

• This position will require up to 0-5% % international travel. 

• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and MS Office in particular Excel. 

• Candidates may be asked to work shifts to align with global assignments in Americas / EMEA / Asia. 

• Lead/Participate in other Regional/Global/Cross functional duties as assigned. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. 

• Fluent English, other language skills desirable. 

 

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

 

 

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Budgeting, Budget Management, Coaching, Communication, Expense Controls, Financial Analysis, Financial Competence, Financial Disclosures, Financial Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Financial Reports, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Financial Statement Analysis, Leverages Information, Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Technical Credibility, Vendor Management