Finance Executive

Singapore Aquatics (SAQ) is the governing body for aquatic sports including swimming, water polo, diving, artistic swimming and open water swimming in Singapore. As a leading National Sports Association, we invite passionate and capable applicants who can contribute to our cause in the following position:

1) FINANCE EXECUTIVE

A. PRIMARY JOB PURPOSE

Report to the Assistant Finance Manager with regard to the Association’s purchases and payables cycle and accounting functions.

B. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To assist the Assistant Finance Manager in accounting duties which includes:

• Support the monthly accounts closing;
• Preparation of bank reconciliations;
• Assist in handling day to day accounting functions;
• Manage and process the Association’s purchasing and payables function, including:
• Verify invoices are supported with proper documentation;
• Prepare payment vouchers (Giro/TT/cheques);
• Preparation of cheques if necessary;
• Ensure compliance with the Association’s policies and procedures;
• Post transactions in the accounting system;
• Assist in monitoring expenditure of SAQ event budgets and liaise with relevant teams on expenditures for post-event SOAs;
• Monitor and track the Association’s value in-kind inventories;
• Assist in the annual statutory audit;
• Assist in any internal or compliance audits, or grant audits;
• Ensure accounting is carried out in accordance with financial regulations and accounting standards;
• Ensure expense claims are in accordance with SSA’s HR policies;
• Assist in any ad hoc accounting and administrative assignments;
• Perform any other ad hoc duties as may be assigned.

C. JOB HOLDER REQUIREMENTS

1. Qualifications and Experience

1. Diploma in Accountancy or Business Administration, or relevant qualifications;
2. At least 1 year of relevant experience is preferred;
3. Prior experience in Sports industry, Charities or Grant Accounting is advantageous;
4. Prior experience with Oracle Netsuite is advantageous;
5. Proficient in using Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and possess strong IT skills.

2. Personal Attributes

1. A dynamic and mature person with a passion for sports;
2. Meticulous with a high level of integrity, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with numbers;
3. Must have strong initiative, good communication, interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and problem-solving skills;
4. Strong team player with the ability to build rapport and collaborative working relationships with all levels;
5. Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet tight deadlines;
6. Ability to work in a dynamic environment;
7. Ability to start at short notice is preferred or immediate.

Please email the application enclosing resume and stating current and expected salary to: tracy.ng@sgaquatics.org.sg. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.