Assistant / Finance Manager (6 months)

Bishan-Toa Payoh Town Council; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal council in Singapore is seeking a Finance Officer to oversee financial operations and reporting. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Accountancy and at least 5 years of managerial experience. Responsibilities include managing finance activities, preparing financial statements, and supporting budgeting processes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of managerial level experience.
• Good written and presentation skills.
• Independent and able to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day Finance Department activities.
• Support preparation and review of financial reports.
• Help prepare financial statements and audit schedules.
• Collaborate in budgeting processes.
• Monitor expenditures and cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Strong communications skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to engage stakeholders

Meticulous attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Job description

Responsibilities

The candidate reports to the Finance Manager and assists in overseeing the finance operations, financial reporting, management analysis, and treasury management of the organization. The candidate plays a critical support role in ensuring compliance with financial policies, procedures, statutory requirements, and the Code of Governance.

He/She shall be responsible for the following duties:

• Assist in managing the day-to-day activities of the Finance Department, including arrears management, payments, fixed assets management, budget monitoring, and reconciliations.
• Support the preparation and review of timely and accurate financial reports and analysis to evaluate the organization’s financial performance.
• Help prepare financial statements, audit schedules, and ensure compliance with relevant financial reporting standards and statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in the annual budgeting process and supplementary budgets, where applicable.
• Support treasury management activities including monitoring expenditures and assisting in cash flow forecasting.
• Assist in conducting financial analyses related to investment opportunities and risks, providing recommendations for optimal portfolio performance.
• Contribute to the development of short-term and long-term financial plans.
• Help manage tax compliance and statutory tax submissions.
• Liaise with auditors, bankers, tax agents, and government agencies as required.
• Support the administration of government grant claims and statutory transfers within stipulated timeframes.
• Assist in coordinating and administering finance and audit committee meetings.
• Prepare and present financial information and decision papers at Town Council meetings, as needed.
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities assigned by the Finance Manager or senior management.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy and/or other accounting qualifications;
• Minimum 5 years of Managerial level with relevant working experience;
• Strong communications skills, including written and presentation skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels of seniority;
• Independent, meticulous and able to work with tight deadlines.