Manager/Assistant Director (Finance Business Partner)

Ministry of National Development; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore seeks a Finance Business Partner to support SB/HQ Divisions with finance advice, process reviews, and training. Qualified candidates will have a degree in relevant fields, 3-5 years of experience (preferably in the Public Sector), and strong analytical skills. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment. Join to help shape Singapore's financial operations while ensuring compliance with national guidelines.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the Public Sector.
• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous and organized.

Responsibilities

• Provide finance advice to SB/HQ Divisions for better finance service standards.
• Review submissions for collation and submission to Central Agencies.
• Conduct training on finance processes for relevant officers.
• Streamline finance processes using technology.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Good interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Ability to communicate with stakeholders

Positive working attitude

Organisational skills

Education

Degree holder in Accountancy, Business, Finance or related discipline

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of the Finance Business Partners (FBPs) team in MND Finance. The FBPs are the first point-of-contact to SB/HQ Divisions, ensuring funding decisions, policies and processes achieve optimal outcomes, and comply with the Government Instruction Manual and internal guidelines, finance operations are processed accurately and in a timely manner. You will also be involved in reviewing FBP SOPs to ensure that good practices are implemented across FBPs.

What you will be working on:

The key scope of work are the following:

• To partner and provide finance advice to SB/HQ Divisions, for more upstream solutioning
• Partner SB/HQ Divisions with an end-to-end view of finance processes (including budget requirements, payment and collections, fixed assets management) to drive higher finance service standards
• Review SB/HQ Divisions’ submission of returns (including seeking clarifications on SB/HQ Divisions’ submissions before sending to Finance Policy for collation and submission to Central Agencies (i.e. MOF/AGD, PSD)
• Collaborate and work with SB/HQ Divisions to upskill relevant officers with basic finance knowledge (including conducting customized training and briefings on finance processes)
• Involve in the implement/use of technology to streamline and automate finance processes for better operational efficiency
• Liaise with SB/HQ Divisions on audit matters (if any)
• Undertake ad hoc projects assigned as part of staff development

What we are looking for:

• Degree holder, with preference in Accountancy, Business, Finance or related discipline
• 3-5 years of relevant working experience, with preference in Public Sector experience
• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Positive working attitude, meticulous and organised
• Good interpersonal skills and able to communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities

Functional Competencies:

• Financial Reporting – Intermediate
• Financial Operations and Controls – Intermediate
• Value-for-Money and Resource Optimisation – Basic
• Budget Planning and Administration – Intermediate
• Corporate Finance – Basic
• Governance and Risk Management – Intermediate
• Data Analytics and Visualisation – Intermediate
• Business Partnering – Intermediate

About Ministry of National Development

The Ministry of National Development (MND), the lead government agency responsible for land use planning and infrastructure development, aims to transform Singapore into an endearing home and a distinctive global city. At MND, we aspire to create a quality, vibrant and sustainable living environment for our people. We also strive to shape Singapore into a world-class city of knowledge, culture and excellence – one which keeps pace with global challenges and the rising aspirations of Singaporeans. Our Vision: An Endearing Home, A Distinctive Global City MND's vision reflects our growing emphasis not just on physical infrastructure, but also on the softer aspects of creating emotional attachment in our people, the global talents and corporations whom we attract here. At the same time, it articulates MND's goal of building upon Singapore’s unique distinguishing characteristics to develop Singapore as a global city of knowledge, culture and excellence. Our Mission: Develop World-Class Infrastructure MND will provide quality physical infrastructure for the nation by working with our partners in the public and private sectors. Create a Vibrant, Resilient and Sustainable Living Environment MND will strive to make Singapore a livelier and more exciting city, and ensure our nation is well-prepared to face the growing uncertainties and complexities. MND will also maintain the quality and resilience of our built and natural environment to ensure high standards of living, and carry out development that meets the needs of the present without compromising that of future generations. Provide Affordable and Accessible Public Housing MND will commit to support Singaporeans' homeownership aspirations and ensure public housing remains affordable and accessible. Build Rooted and Cohesive Communities MND will strive to foster our citizens' attachment and love for our homeland and maintain social cohesiveness in our communities, even as Singapore continues to be an open and globalised society.