Assistant Finance Manager

Leukemia and Lymphoma Foundation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Singapore is seeking a Financial Coordinator to oversee accounting processes, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Finance or Accounting and proven experience in financial management. This role requires close collaboration with various teams and the outsourced accounting firm to support accurate financial reporting and compliance. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful charitable activities through effective financial stewardship.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting and financial management.
• Strong understanding of tax regulations in Singapore.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with an outsourced firm for financial closings.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Receivable effectively.
• Prepare and monitor budget allocations and usage.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Budget Management

Tax Compliance

Data Analysis

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Accounting Software

CRM Systems

Job description

Overview

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What

Leukemia and Lymphoma Foundation – Central Singapore

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the outsourced accounting firm to ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end financial closing.

Prepare and provide supporting schedules, documentation, and reconciliations required by the outsourced accountants.

Manage Accounts Payable (AP) processing, including verifying invoices, coding expenses, preparing payment schedules, executing payments via bank, and maintaining proper documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

Manage Accounts Receivable (AR), including issuing invoices, recording receipts, and monitoring outstanding amounts.

Perform bank reconciliations, subsidy reconciliation, donation reconciliations, and ensure alignment with the accounting firm’s ledgers.

Review financial reports prepared by the outsourced firm for accuracy before submission to management and auditors.

Maintain fixed asset records and ensure updates are communicated to the accounting partner.

Perform donation reconciliation across online platforms, bank transfers, cheques, GIRO, fundraising events, and third-party giving platforms.

Ensure accuracy of donor records in CRM or finance systems.

Coordinate with fundraising and communications teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure clean data trails.

3. IRAS Tax‑Deduction & IPC Administration

Prepare and submit IRAS tax‑deduction receipts and donor data uploads via relevant portal (or equivalent IRAS systems).

Ensure donations comply with IPC guidelines and IRAS regulations.

Maintain proper supporting documentation and ensure timely and accurate issuance of tax‑deductible receipts.

Prepare and monitor grant and project budgets, ensuring accurate allocation and utilisation of funds.

Work with programme teams on reporting requirements to funders and donors.

Track expenditure and prepare financial reports for grantors, charities regulators, and internal stakeholders.

Prepare monthly management reports, financial statements, variance analysis, and cashflow forecasts.

Support organisation‑wide budgeting and periodic reforecasting.

Provide financial insights to leadership for strategic decision‑making.

6. Compliance, Audit & Governance

Ensure compliance with the Charities Act, IRAS guidelines, Commissioner of Charities reporting, and internal policies.

Prepare audit schedules and liaise with external auditors and tax agents.

Strengthen internal controls and maintain accurate documentation.

7. Systems, Processes & Improvement

Enhance finance workflows and documentation to support a scalable, future‑ready organisation.

Drive digital improvements in financial systems (e.g., accounting software, donor platforms, approval workflows).

8. Cross‑functional Support

Partner with operations, programmes, fundraising, and communications teams on finance processes.

Support the CEO with timely, accurate financial reports.

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