AVP/ VP, Project Management Office Financial Planning Analyst - OCBC

OCBC (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking a Finance Analyst to oversee financial aspects of IT projects. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and financial reporting, ensuring alignment with project objectives. Ideal candidates must have a degree in finance, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in financial software. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Holistic benefits

Learning and professional development opportunities

Community initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT project management or PMO environment.
• Strong emphasis on managing project finances and resource planning.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets and forecasts.
• Track and control project expenditures to ensure budget alignment.
• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for IT projects.
• Analyze project financial data to provide insights.
• Assist in financial planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost Management

Financial Reporting

Financial Analysis

Resource Allocation

Compliance

Process Improvement

Risk Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, IT or related field

MBA or relevant certification (CPA, CMA, PMP)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

Overview

WHO WE ARE: As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Job Summary

The Finance Management function within the IT Project Management Office is responsible for managing and overseeing the financial aspects of IT projects. This role ensures accurate budgeting, forecasting, cost control, financial reporting, and analysis to support successful project delivery and strategic decision-making. The Finance Analyst works closely with project managers, IT leadership, and finance teams to align financial planning with project objectives and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets and forecasts in collaboration with project and solutioning managers and stakeholders.
• Cost Management: Track and control project expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets; identify and report variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare regular financial reports and dashboards for IT projects, including status updates on budget vs. actuals, forecasts.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze project financial data to provide insights on cost trends, resource utilization, and financial performance.
• Resource Allocation: Assist the division in financial planning by ensuring efficient distribution of resources aligned with strategic objectives. Monitor and analyse utilisation to identify inefficiencies and optimise resource use, providing insights to support informed decision-making and enhance overall performance.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure financial practices comply with organizational policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and tools within the PMO to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Risk Management: Assist in identifying financial risks related to IT projects and contribute to mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology or related field; MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, PMP) preferred.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in IT project management or within a PMO environment, with a strong emphasis on managing project finances and resource planning. Strong understanding of project management methodologies and IT project lifecycle.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems, project management tools like MS Project, JIRA).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

What we offer

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.