Group Accounts Senior Executive / Assistant Manager

Nanyang International School; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang International School seeks a seasoned Finance Manager to lead strategic financial planning, reporting, and cost optimisation in Singapore.

You will manage day-to-day finance operations, payroll, budgeting, and compliance while collaborating with department heads to align resources with academic goals.

A CPA/CA with 3–5 years in international private education and strong Excel and Xero/QuickBooks skills is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor 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.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Singapore 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.
• Proficiency in Xero/QuickBooks Online would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day finance 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 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 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 authorities.

Skills

Financial reporting

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Excel

Team collaboration

Cost optimization

Education

Finance degree (Bachelor/Master)

CPA or CA certification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Job description

About 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.

About you

• 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.