Finance Executive (Financial Operations and Digital Transformation)

Singapore Badminton Association; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national sports governing body in Singapore is looking for a Finance Executive to focus on Finance Operations and support digitalisation initiatives. The role requires 2-3 years of relevant experience, a degree in Accounting or Finance, and proficiency in Xero. Responsibilities include managing billing, reconciliations, compliance tasks, and collaborating with teams for continuous improvement. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for portfolio development in digital transformation projects

Collaborative work environment with a mission-driven team

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant experience (non-profit, startup, or SME experience preferred).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and willingness to learn new systems.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage Finance Ops activities including AR, GL, Fixed Assets & Grants Management.
• Ensure timely and accurate billing, invoicing, collections, and reconciliation.
• Support the month-end and year-end close by preparing schedules and validating balances.
• Identify gaps in processes and recommend improvements to the Finance Manager.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial operations.

Skills

Forecasting

Accounts Payable

Financial Management

Financials

Journal Entries

Invoicing

Internal Controls

Accruals

Accounting

Grants

Xero

Budgeting

Accounting Standards

Cash Flow

Audit

Financial Reporting

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Xero

Airwallex

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

About Us

The Singapore Badminton Association (SBA), established in 1929, is the national governing body for badminton in Singapore. Our mission is to nurture world‑class athletes, promote grassroots development, and elevate the standards of badminton through innovation and strategic partnerships. As we strive to make Singapore a globally recognisable badminton powerhouse, we need a strong finance team to support this vision.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Finance Executive with a primary focus on Finance Ops activities with secondary responsibilities in supporting digitalisation initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, values accuracy, and is eager to contribute to modernising financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Finance Ops – AR, GL, Fixed Assets & Grants Management
• Ensure timely and accurate billing, invoicing, collections, and reconciliation.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and manage cash flow effectively.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Manage journal entries, accruals, adjustments, reclassifications, and monthly GL reconciliations (e.g., bank, intercompany, suspense / clearing accounts).
• Support the month‑end and year‑end close by preparing schedules, validating balances, and providing audit‑ready documentation.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, including capitalisation, disposals, depreciation, transfers, and periodic physical verification.
• Prepare fixed asset reports for budgeting, forecasting, and audits while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Oversee grant financials, including budget tracking, disbursements, claims, utilisation, and compliance with funding agency requirements.
• Prepare and submit grant reports and reimbursement claims with complete supporting documents, resolving discrepancies with programme teams and grantors.

Financial Reporting & Internal Controls

• Maintain accurate financial records, documentation, and schedules to meet audit, regulatory, and internal compliance requirements.
• Identify gaps in processes, documentation, and internal controls, recommending improvements to the Finance Manager / Head of Finance.
• Prepare periodic financial reports, support month‑end reporting activities, and ensure timely submission of reconciliations and compliance deliverables.

Accounts Payable Support

• Assist during peak periods or when AP resources are unavailable.

Digitalisation & Process Improvement

• Use Xero and Airwallex systems for efficient financial management and reporting.
• Work with the Finance Manager on projects to digitise Quote to Cash (Q2C) processes and donor management systems.
• Identify opportunities to automate reconciliations, dashboards, and workflows to improve accuracy and timeliness.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to support financial operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Reporting to :

Finance Manager and Head of Finance

Requirements

• 2–3 years of relevant experience (non‑profit, startup, or SME experience preferred).
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in Xero and familiarity with the Airwallex ecosystem.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and willingness to learn new systems.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and adaptability to a fast‑paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for portfolio development in digital transformation projects.
• A collaborative work environment with a mission‑driven team.

Tell employers what skills you have

• Forecasting
• Accounts Payable
• Financial Management
• Financials
• Journal Entries
• Invoicing
• Internal Controls
• Accruals
• Accounting
• Grants
• Xero
• Budgeting
• Accounting Standards
• Cash Flow
• Audit
• Financial Reporting