Deputy Head of Finance

DULWICH COLLEGE (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading international school as a Deputy Head of Finance, where you will play a crucial role in managing financial tasks and supporting the Head of Finance. This exciting opportunity involves preparing monthly financial reports, overseeing cash flow, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and a supportive work environment that values diversity and flexibility. If you are a motivated finance professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for education, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

13th Month Bonus

5-Day Work Week

Paid School Closure Days

Subsidized Lunch

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Finance/Accounting, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with audit processes, preferably with a Big 4 firm.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly GST self-review and quarterly GST submissions.
• Assist in cash flow analysis and prepare monthly journals.

Skills

Finance Management

Accounting Principles

Cash Flow Analysis

GST Submissions

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

D365

Job description

Join a leading international school and enjoy:

• 13th month (AWS) ;

• 5-day work week;

• 40 working hours/week during school days; 30 working hours/week during school holidays (flexibility will be required to ensure duties are undertaken in full);

• Paid school closure day and subsidized lunch;

• Competitive remuneration package & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)

Role Summary

Dulwich College (Singapore) is seeking aDeputy Head of Financeto join its dedicated team. The Deputy Head of Finance will be responsible for administering various finance related tasks with regard to the preparation of accounts, and provide support to the Head of Finance. The Deputy Head of Finance will assist with the supervision and training of the Finance staff, in consultation with the Head of Finance, and for ensuring that proper accounting procedures are in place, and accurate records and reports are in compliance with statutory requirement and SFRS accounting standards.

Main Responsibilities:

• To prepare monthly GST self-review and quarterly GST submissions

• To assist in monthly cash flow analysis ensuring smooth operational cash flow

• To prepare monthly journals, balance sheet reconciliations and schedules (School Activities, Fixed Assets, Intangible Assets)

• To undertake intercompany and internal-charge transactions with other affiliated schools and companies within the group

• To undertake reconciliation of billing issuance, credit note issuance, reconciliation of daily incoming receipt, reconciliation of FPS (fee protection scheme) purchase

• Support the Head of Finance with external auditors for interim or year-end audits

• Assist the Head of Finance with streamlining of finance processes and automation

• To undertake various other finance tasks found in finance office including staff cover for other finance areas

• To undertake other ad-hoc reports and tasks reasonably requested by the head-office and management including, if necessary, outside the finance department

• To actively participate in the group’s continuous improvement initiatives, among others D365 enhancements and A.I.

• Preparation of monthly closing reports, among others:

  1. Head-office reporting pack preparation

  1. Budget holders’ report preparation

  2. Provide reconciliation reports between head-office and budget-holders’ reports including internal charges from affiliates schools / companies

  3. Reconciliation of Activities P&L and Balance Sheet schedules

  4. Match AR & AP reconciliation reports by respective teams and provide necessary feedback.

All other duties commensurate with the post.

Requirements:

• Possess at least Bachelor's Degree in a Finance/Accounting related discipline.

• At least 4 years’ experience in a Finance or Accounting role; with a minimum of 2 years in a supervising role;

• Minimum 2 years of audit experience, preferably with a Big 4 firm (not a must but highly desirable)

• Experience in preparing monthly trial balances, management accounts, cash flow analysis and forecast and GST submissions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, in particular Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with accounting software e.g. (D365), and experience of sales ledger process including credit control are added advantages.

• Motivation and dedication as a self-starter, resourcefulness and an ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

• A methodical approach to work and is meticulous with great attention to details.

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all staff levels

• Positive attitude with flexibility, and willingness to work beyond standard hours when required

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Having a diverse staff body is a great strength to us as a College and one of the ways that we can help students achieve our College Mission of Living Worldwise. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy or socio-economic status. We support family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational needs allow. Staff recruited locally are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local employment law.

Dulwich College (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.

PEI Registration Number: 201027137D

Period of Registration: 09 January 2024 to 08 January 2028