Executive Manager (Finance Services Department) - Contract

NEA National Environment Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NEA National Environment Agency in Singapore is seeking a finance professional to handle comprehensive accounting and financial reporting functions. You will manage revenue, payables, asset accounting, and monthly/annual closings while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role involves leading consolidation and submission of periodic returns, liaising with departments and ministries, and providing sound financial advice.

Qualifications

• A Degree in Accountancy or related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform finance and accounting functions including revenue, accounts payable, month-end and year-end closing, fixed assets, and bank reconciliations.
• Lead preparation, consolidation and submission of periodic returns.
• Liaise with departments and ministries on returns and submissions.
• Provide advice and support on financial matters.
• Prepare audit schedules for statutory audits.
• Attend to requests from external and internal customers.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Job description

What the role is

Working in the Finance Department, you will be responsible for the following:

What you will be working on

• Perform finance and accounting functions, including but not restricted to accounting for revenue collection, accounts payable, month and year-end closing, fixed assets, fees and charges costing, bank reconciliations and prepare management reports
• Review of work processes for system enhancement and internal controls
• Lead in the preparation, consolidation, and submission of periodic returns
• Liaise with departments/divisions and ministries/agencies on returns and submissions
• Provide advice and support on financial matters
• Prepare audit schedules for statutory and other audits
• Attend to requests or enquiries from external and internal customers

What we are looking for

This role might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

• A Degree in Accountancy or related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Independent, hardworking, positive, and highly motivated, flexible, and resourceful
• Meticulous, able to exercise sound judgement and work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A good team player and able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Organised and able to multi-task

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore.