Finance Operations, Senior Executive (Grants Claim/Research Accounting) #JYS

Recruit Express Pte Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a Finance Operations, Senior Executive to manage SAP project accounts and grant allocations for research projects. The successful candidate will have a diploma or degree in accountancy and at least 2 years’ experience in research project accounting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and Workday is preferred. Interested candidates are invited to apply.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in handling research project accounting.
• Experience in submission of grants claims is advantageous.
• Equivalent knowledge and experience will be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain SAP project accounts and grant accounts.
• Prepare grant claims and handle fund transfers.
• Ensure timely submission of Final Statement of Accounts.

Skills

Account handling

Financial data verification

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Familiar with SAP (Ariba/Hana/Concur)

Education

Minimum Diploma or Bachelor Degree in accountancy

Tools

SAP

Workday

Job description

Finance Operations, Senior Executive (Grants Claim/Research Accounting) #JYS

• Manage and maintain SAP project accounts, funded programs, and grant accounts for new and existing research projects
• Coordinate with internal teams and researchers on account creation and project setup matters
• Verify financial data and process budget virements using the FIBI research system
• Prepare grant claims, trigger invoices, and handle fund transfers and journal entries
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding items and claims with relevant parties and funders
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of Final Statement of Accounts (FSOA) and project closures
• Allocate received grants to individual projects, including joint collaborations
• Respond to queries from funding agencies, researchers, and internal departments
• Proactively support process improvements, system enhancements, and policy updates related to research grant management
• Assist in financial reporting, audits, and other tasks assigned by senior team members

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma or Bachelor Degree or equivalent in accountancy.
• At least 2 years’ experience in handling research project accounting and submission of grants claims or equivalent knowledge and experience would be advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft office, SAP (Ariba/Hana/Concur) and Workday will be an advantage.

Interested candidates please send in your resume to:

CEI No: R24122857

EA License No: 99C4599

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