Executive, Controllership (1 year - Contract)

Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) invites applications for a finance role to support the Manager, Finance & Business Partnership. You will handle donation processing, fixed asset management, and month-end closing with attention to accuracy and compliance.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in Accounting and Finance with at least 3 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting and Finance with relevant working experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight timelines and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support donation management processes including donation receipts and MOE/IRAS submissions.
• Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation calculations, and related audit schedules.
• Assist month-end closing and daily accounting tasks to ensure timely reporting.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Team player

Numerical proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance

Job description

SUSS Named One of Singapore’s Best Employers 2026. Join Us to Make an Impact.

Who We Are

As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment.

We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers.

Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.

For more information on Singapore University of Social Sciences, please visit www.suss.edu.sg

About The Job

To support Manager, Finance & Business Partnership (FBP), in managing the finance functions through timelyand accurate data analysis, information gathering, compliance and reporting.

What You Will Be Doing

Key Responsibilities

Donation Management

• Prepare Tax Deductible (TDR) and Non-Tax Deductible (NTDR) donation receipts and submission to Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for approval.
• Prepare and submit yearly donation received to IRAS.
• Prepare audit schedule related to donation and endowed donation with high accuracy.
• Prepare annual MOE matching grant donation based on MOE requirement.
• Prepare annual financial statements report to Charity Portal.
• Involve and liaise with IT colleagues for donation software system enhancement implemented by IRAS.
• Prepare audit schedules and assist auditors in their inquiries.
• Support the system implementation or enhancement that is related to donation process and utilisation

Fixed Assets (FA) Management

• Support and maintain FA systems, procedures and policies to ensure adherence to company guidelines.
• Support the recording of new assets in the fixed asset sub-ledger.
• Quarterly Sighting and Tagging of New Fixed Assets
• Prepare fixed asset reconciliations, depreciation calculations and analysis.
• Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist the auditors in their inquiries.
• Support fixed assets disposal exercise
• Assist in annually Fixed Assets sighting exercise

Month-End Closing & accounting function

• Support finance function including accurate posting and timely completion of all accounting tasks
• Ensure recording of accounting transactions in a timely manner
• Provide support in monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information
• Perform any ad hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accounting and Finance with a minimum 3 years of relevant working experiences.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent team player.
• Eye for details.
• Numerically inclined and analytical.
• High level of self-management and ability to work under tight timelines.