Group Accounts Senior Executive / Assistant Manager

NANYANG INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Institute of Management (NIM) in Singapore seeks a Group Accounts Senior Executive / Assistant Manager to lead financial planning, ensure timely reporting, and drive cost-efficiency across the institution.

You will oversee day-to-day accounting, budgeting, payroll, statutory filings, audits, and collaboration with department heads to optimise resources while maintaining strict compliance with Singapore regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• CPA or CA certification
• 3–5 years of progressive financial management experience in an international private education setting
• Knowledge of Singapore financial regulations and accounting standards
• Strong analytical, forecasting and budgeting abilities; good communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting
• Develop and monitor annual budgets aligned with the institution's strategic goals
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with timely reporting to management
• Conduct financial analysis to support planning of future academic programs and initiatives
• Implement and monitor financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Collaborate with heads of departments to forecast and optimise resources
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, statutory requirements, and reporting standards
• Manage cash flow and optimise financial operations to support growth
• Review monthly payroll and conduct staff/adjunct lecturer bank submissions
• Oversee tax matters including GST, corporate tax, and liaise with external advisors
• Ensure timely statutory filings and regulatory submissions, including audits
• Coordinate internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and tax regulations and implement updates
• Any other duties as assigned

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor or Master in Finance/Accounting

CPA or CA certification

Tools

Excel

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Established in 2001, Nanyang Institute of Management ("NIM") is a forward-looking premier education provider in the region. At NIM, we focus on "Nurturing Today for Tomorrow" with a student-centric culture that places learning needs above all else. We pride ourselves on the ability to offer an environment that is geared towards achieving academic and teaching excellence while nurturing our students as a whole.

We have an exciting career opportunity for the position of Group Accounts Senior Executive / Assistant Manager and invite industry professionals to join us in our mission.

The Role:

Report directly to the President and play a key role in providing strategic financial planning, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and driving initiatives to improve cost efficiency and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations, including accounts payable & receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Develop and monitor annual budgets in alignment with the institution's strategic goals.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting to management.
• Conduct financial analysis to support the planning of future academic programs and initiatives.
• Implement and monitor financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with heads of departments to forecast and optimise resources.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, statutory requirements, and reporting standards.
• Manage cash flow and optimise financial operations to support the institution's growth.
• Review monthly payroll and perform bank submissions for staff and adjunct lecturers.
• Oversee and manage all tax-related matters, including GST reporting and filing, corporate tax compliance, and liaison with external tax advisors and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure timely submission of all statutory filings and regulatory requirements, including annual returns, surveys, and other compliance obligations with relevant government agencies.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with audit requirements and recommendations.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements, and implement necessary updates to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA(Certified Public Accountant) or CA (Chartered Accountant).
• 3-5 years of progressive financial management experience, within an international private education setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Singapore's financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Strong business acumen, financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must.
• Proficiency in Xero/Quickbook online would be an advantage.