Executive, Finance

ANGLO-CHINESE SCHOOL (ACADEMY) LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful career in Special Education

Professional learning and development

Supportive and collaborative working环境

Job summary

ACS (Academy) seeks a proactive Finance Executive to manage daily finance operations, reporting, budgeting, grant management, and compliance, supporting the school's financial health and contributing to its educational mission.

Responsibilities include end-to-end accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, monthly reconciliations, audit support, and budgeting. The role strengthens internal controls and drives process improvements within a meaningful educational setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions.
• Process invoices, payments, receipts, staff claims, and journal entries with precision and within deadlines.
• Maintain General Ledger accounts and prepare supporting schedules to ensure accurate financial records.
• Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations to verify account accuracy and completeness.
• Document and archive financial transactions to support audit and compliance requirements.
• Assist in preparing monthly and year-end financial reports and management accounts for informed decision-making.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and monitor budget adherence by analysing variances and cash flow.
• Prepare and submit grant claims and funding reports, ensuring compliance with grant conditions.
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required schedules and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, organisational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in strengthening internal controls and improving finance processes to enhance operational efficiency.
• Participate in finance system improvements and process enhancement initiatives to optimise workflows.
• Perform additional finance and administrative duties as assigned by the Manager Finance & Admin

Skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting systems

Analytical skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Company Overview

Anglo-Chinese School (Academy) is a Special Education school dedicated to holistic education for children aged 7-12 on the autism spectrum, offering the Ministry of Education national curriculum and preparing them for academic and vocational success.

Job Summary

ACS (Academy) seeks a proactive Finance Executive to manage daily finance operations, reporting, budgeting, grant management, and compliance, supporting the school's financial health and contributing to its educational mission.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions.
• Process invoices, payments, receipts, staff claims, and journal entries with precision and within deadlines.
• Maintain General Ledger accounts and prepare supporting schedules to ensure accurate financial records.
• Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations to verify account accuracy and completeness.
• Document and archive financial transactions to support audit and compliance requirements.
• Assist in preparing monthly and year-end financial reports and management accounts for informed decision-making.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and monitor budget adherence by analysing variances and cash flow.
• Prepare and submit grant claims and funding reports, ensuring compliance with grant conditions.
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required schedules and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, organisational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in strengthening internal controls and improving finance processes to enhance operational efficiency.
• Participate in finance system improvements and process enhancement initiatives to optimise workflows.
• Perform additional finance and administrative duties as assigned by the Manager Finance & Admin

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• 2 - 3 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration.

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience in the education, social service, charitable, or non-profit sector preferred but not necessary
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Experience with accounting systems.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Team player with strong integrity and professionalism.

Other Information

Benefits

• Meaningful career in the Special Education sector.
• Professional learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Salary

$3,200 - $4,500 per month

Location

Singapore

Employment Type

Full-Time

Organisation

ACS (Academy)