Finance Manager

Community Foundation of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Singapore is seeking a Finance Manager to support financial integrity through fund accounting, compliance, and audit readiness. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in financial regulations. Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting budgeting processes. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in non-profit or similar sector.
• Good knowledge of financial regulations and charity controls.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of financial reporting and compliance.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Monitor procurement transactions for policy compliance.

Skills

Fund accounting principles

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Financial regulations

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Oracle Netsuite

Job description

Job Overview:

The Finance Manager plays a vital role in supporting the financial integrity of the organization, with a key focus on fund accounting, internal controls, and audit readiness. This role ensures accurate, complete, and compliant financial reporting aligned with donor restrictions, legal requirements, and best practices in non-profit accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fund Accounting and Reporting

• Ensure accuracy and completeness in applying fund accounting principles across all financial processes
• Facilitate the monthly financial close by coordinating with outsourced accounting service provider
• Provide relevant information such as accrual listings, investment statements, payroll information and other schedules required to accurately close the books
• Ensure correctness of cash and investment balances and management accounts are prepared timely, accurately, and in compliance with FRS
• Liaise with external auditors and coordinate with outsourced accounting service provider to ensure completeness and accuracy of audit deliverables
• Ensure accurate regulatory filings, including reporting of tax deductions to IRAS and utilisation of government grants

2. Financial Operations and Stakeholder Engagement

• Support budgeting and forecasting activities as well as variance analysis across internal departments
• Liaise with internal departments on finance matters including programme and grant-related expenses
• Provide finance support for cross-functional projects including UAT testing and system enhancements
• Assist in onboarding and guiding junior team members as needed

3. Procurement & Internal Controls

• Monitor procurement transactions for compliance with internal policies
• Coordinate with internal auditors during scheduled reviews, walkthroughs, or control testing
• Participate in improvement initiatives for finance SOPs and system workflows

4. Strategic Finance & Continuous Improvement

• Support the Assistant Director in financial planning and strategic initiatives
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within finance operations
• Contribute to the development and refinement of finance policies and procedures

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the nonprofit, education, or public service sector
• Good knowledge of FRS and charity regulations, and financial controls
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and accounting systems, preferably Oracle Netsuite
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communicator with a collaborative and purpose-driven mindset

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