Finance Business Partner (FP&A)

ACCA Careers; Singapore; In loco; SGD 90.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

National University of Singapore (NUS) Office of Finance is seeking a seasoned Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial advice to administrative departments and drive budgeting, planning, and financial analysis. You will collaborate with SAP S4 HANA, Jedox, and cross-functional teams to enhance financial governance.

Ideal candidates hold an Accountancy degree with CPA/CMA/CA preferred, and bring 8 years of relevant experience, including audit exposure.

Competenze

• Recognised degree in Accountancy or equivalent.
• CPA/CMA/CA preferred.
• Auditing firm experience is an advantage.

Mansioni

• Provide financial advice to NUS administrative departments and ensure policy compliance.
• Lead budgeting, planning, and financial analysis for departments.
• Coordinate with Finance Shared Services and COEs on accounting matters.
• Support grant disbursements, audits, and tax submissions.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Formazione

Accountancy degree

CPA/CMA/CA preferred

Strumenti

SAP S4 HANA

Jedox

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Office of Finance

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Central FP&A

Employee Category: Executive & Administrative

Posting Start Date: 31/07/2026

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

About Us

Join the National University of Singapore (NUS) Finance Team - Where Innovation Meets Excellence

At NUS, the Office of Finance stands as a dynamic and strategic partner, driving financial sustainability and operational excellence. Our team plays a crucial role in overseeing financial planning, optimising resources, and enabling the University's ambition and innovation.

We are at the forefront of formulating, reviewing, and analysing the University's operating, strategic, and capital budgets. Through strong governance, robust financial processes, and cutting-edge systems, we ensure every dollar is put to its best use, fueling research, education, and transformation.

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: Play a key role in shaping financial strategies that influence the University's growth and global standing.
• Growth & Development: We believe in continuous learning, offering mentorship, career development, and upskilling opportunities.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a high-performing team that values trust, innovation, and excellence.
• Finance Transformation: Be part of initiatives leveraging SAP S4 Hana, AI-driven analytics, and digital finance solutions to drive efficiency and future-ready finance operations.

If you are passionate about finance, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to be part of a team that drives meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Join us and be a part of shaping the future of finance at NUS!

Website: https://www.nus.edu.sg/finance

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nus-office-of-finance/

Job Description

Reporting to Associate Director, the incumbent will provide financial advice and guidance to NUS's Administrative departments whilst ensuring compliance with University's financial policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

Finance Business Partnering

• Provide finance leadership and guidance to NUS administrative departments.
• Provide financial advice and work proactively with departments to achieve both financial and business goals.
• Act as finance business advisor in the departments' cross-functional and/or strategic projects/initiatives, including system development and implementation activities.

Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare budgets and All Funds statements, ensuring alignment with financial guidelines and institutional requirements
• Prepare management reports with financial analysis to provide business insights to support decision making and drive performance in business.
• Perform financial analysis for new initiatives and programs, where applicable
• Manage funds and WBS top-ups to ensure proper allocation and utilization

Financial Operations

• Conduct regular reviews of department finance records such as balance sheet GLs, dormant accounts, etc. to ensure validity and accuracy.
• Liaise with Finance Shared Services and Centre of Excellences (COEs) on accounting issues.
• Manage grant disbursements and certification audits, where applicable.
• Review and submission of withholding taxes.

Special Projects

• Support finance-related projects to enhance operational efficiency and financial transparency.
• Any duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Possess a recognised degree in Accountancy, CPA/CMA, CA preferred.
• 8 years of relevant working experience. Working experience in an auditing firm will be an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and working knowledge of SAP S4 HANA and Jedox.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• High level of independence as well as the maturity and ability to work with staff at all levels.

The position is only open to Singaporeans and Permanent Residents.