Finance Manager

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A philanthropy organization in Singapore is seeking a Finance Manager responsible for ensuring financial integrity and compliance with donor restrictions. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the nonprofit sector. Proficiency in accounting systems and regulatory knowledge is essential, along with effective communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and completeness in applying fund accounting principles.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities as well as variance analysis.
• Monitor procurement transactions for compliance with internal policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Skills

Financial reporting

Fund accounting

Budgeting and forecasting

Excel

Accounting systems

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle Netsuite

Job description

About The Community Foundation of Singapore

The Community Foundation of Singapore (CFS) is a trusted philanthropy partner that helps individuals, families, and businesses give effectively. As Singapore’s leading provider of Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), CFS works with over 400 charities and partners to address diverse needs through strategic grantmaking and advisory services.

With a commitment to governance excellence and outcome-driven philanthropy, CFS empowers donors to create lasting impact in Singapore’s communities.

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.