Director Of Finance

RECRUIT INC PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a forward-looking Director of Finance to lead strategy and financial operations. This role is pivotal for long-term financial sustainability, ensuring compliance and effective resource stewardship amidst a complex environment. Ideal candidates will possess extensive finance experience, strategic leadership capabilities, and a passion for mission-driven work in the community or healthcare sector.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

13th month AWS

Variable/performance bonuses

Qualifications

• 10 to 12 years of progressive senior finance and leadership experience, preferably in mission-driven environments.
• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, managing government funding, budgeting, and compliance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with experience collaborating across functional areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight of the organisation's financial functions.
• Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting process across departments.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and manage billing and collection functions.
• Build and mentor a capable finance team committed to continuous improvement.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or equivalent professional certification

Postgraduate qualifications (MBA or MHA)

Job description

Shape strategy. Lead finance. Create meaningful impact.
We are conducting a confidential executive search for an accomplished and forward-looking Director of Finance. This is a rare opportunity for a senior finance professional to join a purpose-driven organisation with a strong track record of service excellence. The ideal candidate will bring experience in complex, multi-stakeholder settings and a passion for strategic financial leadership, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability.

About the Role

The Director of Finance will provide strategic direction and oversight of the organisation’s financial functions for various entities, supporting a broad range of programmes and services. This role ensures long-term financial sustainability, compliance with relevant regulations, and effective stewardship of resources. Responsibilities span financial planning, budgeting, reporting, funding, and audit activities, in close coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders including government organisations and statutory boards.

Core Areas of Responsibility

1. Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute a financial roadmap aligned with the organisation’s mission and goals.
• Guide executive leadership and governance bodies on performance, planning, and financial risk.
• Perform scenario modelling and financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Offer expert financial input to key functional leaders and operations teams

2. Financial Planning and Budget Oversight

• Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting process across departments.
• Track and report on financial performance, recommending interventions as needed.
• Ensure delivery of timely and accurate financial reports throughout the fiscal year.

3. Revenue Optimisation and Funding Strategy

• Monitor financial indicators and streamline revenue processes for service units.
• Manage relationships and negotiations related to funding frameworks with external partners.
• Provide analysis and insight into funding model changes and long-term financial viability.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and manage billing and collection functions.

4. Governance, Compliance & Risk

• Uphold financial and statutory compliance in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee external and internal audits and manage communications with auditors and authorities.
• Identify financial risks and implement proactive mitigation controls.

5. Procurement & Capital Resource Planning

• Supervise procurement strategy to achieve cost-effectiveness and control compliance.
• Lead planning and budgeting for infrastructure, equipment and technology investment.

6. People & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Build and mentor a capable finance team committed to continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure financial alignment with service delivery goals.
• Foster effective communication and integration across operational units.

What We’re Looking For

• 10 to 12 years of progressive senior finance and leadership experience, preferably in mission-driven, healthcare, community or service-oriented environments involving multiple funding sources and regulatory oversight.
• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, managing Government ministry/statutory board subventions, including budgeting, utilization tracking, reporting, and compliance with funding requirements and audit standards.
• Solid experience in financial analysis, budgeting, grant management, and audit readiness.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with experience collaborating across functional areas.
• Comfortable navigating complex stakeholder environments.
• Proficient in both written and verbal communication.

Preferred Background

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Postgraduate qualifications such as an MBA or MHA will be an added advantage.

The selected candidate can look forward to a competitive remuneration package consisting of basic salary, 13th month AWS and variable/performance bonuses.

Interested and suitably qualified applicants, please apply here or email to:-

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Reg No: R1550439

EA Licence No: 14C7334

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.