Finance Business Partner

GovTech Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GovTech Singapore is seeking a Finance Business Partner to act as a trusted adviser to division leaders, translating complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that drive sound decisions across the organisation.

You will lead end-to-end financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management for major divisions, collaborating with leaders to optimise resources and strengthen financial controls across GovTech Singapore.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy or Finance with a professional qualification (CPA/ACCA or equivalent).
• At least 5 years of finance experience with finance business partnering.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, complex organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end financial planning and performance management for major divisions or programmes.
• Partner with division leads to evaluate business cases and allocate resources; conduct scenario analysis.
• Monitor project expenditure, track milestones, and flag financial risks; advise users on financial matters.
• Identify and drive improvements in financial processes, controls, and cost optimisation.
• Prepare accruals, grant recovery, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Skills

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Data storytelling

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor in Accountancy/Finance

CPA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Dashboarding tools

Job description

GovTech is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better where we empower our people to master their craft through robust learning and development opportunities all year round.

Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today!

Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.

[About the role]

As a Finance Business Partner, you will be part of a Finance team that plays a critical role in enabling this mission — serving as a trusted adviser to division leads and senior leaders, combining financial rigour with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that drive sound decision-making across the organisation.

[What you will be working on]

• Lead the end-to-end financial planning and performance management cycle for one or more major divisions or programmes, encompassing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting in alignment with the planning cycle;
• Partner with division leads and senior leaders to evaluate business cases, assess financial sustainability, and provide resource allocation guidance; conduct scenario analysis and translate complex financial data into clear narratives and actionable recommendations to support decision-making at both operational and strategic levels;
• Work with programme teams to monitor project expenditure, track milestones, and proactively flag financial risks; and provide guidance to users on financial matters;
• Identify and drive improvements in financial processes, systems, and controls within assigned divisions, including leading cost optimisation and efficiency initiatives;
• Execute month/year-end closing activities, perform budget allocations and virements, and analyse variances and operational metrics to surface actionable insights;
• Prepare revenue/expense accruals and grant recovery as well as to ensure compliance with accounting standards and government financial regulations.
• Undertake any other duties and projects as assigned to support the Finance team and broader organisational objectives

[What we are looking for]

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field, with a professional accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, ACCA, or equivalent), and at least 5 years of relevant finance experience with a demonstrated track record in finance business partnering
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present financial data clearly and concisely; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with knowledge of dashboarding tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence non-finance stakeholders effectively
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, complex organisation

What we offer you:

GovTech is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse voices and perspectives, as we believe that diversity is the foundation to innovation.

Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite of perks. These include leave benefits to meet your work-life needs and employee wellness programs.

We champion flexible work arrangements (subject to your job role) and trust that you will manage your own time to deliver your best, wherever you are, and whatever works best for you.

Learn more about life inside GovTech at go.gov.sg/GovTechCareers.

Stay connected with us on social media at go.gov.sg/ConnectWithGovTech