Manager / Assistant Manager, Finance Services

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental technology agency in Singapore is seeking a Manager / Assistant Manager for Finance Services. You will oversee financial operations, act as a Finance Business Partner, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates have a strong background in Accountancy and 1-2 years of relevant experience. This role requires excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in managing finance functions.
• Experience in preparation of full set of accounts.
• Familiarity with relevant financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial operations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support fee review exercise by analysing inputs.
• Act as Finance Business Partner for internal stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Meticulousness with numbers

Education

Background in Accountancy

Chartered Accountant/Certified Public Accountant

Tools

Workday

Job description

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Manager / Assistant Manager, Finance Services

Apply locations CDA - Novena Office Tower A, Level 23 time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR-10000038776

[What the role is]

As Manager / Assistant Manager, Finance Services of the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA), you will support the Assistant Director, Finance Services and Deputy Director, Finance in the management of the finance function.

You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that will require you to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities concurrently.

[What you will be working on]

You will play a key role in the Finance team of the CDA. Your key responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

• Manage financial operations (including payments and collections) and fixed assets to ensure accuracy, promptness and compliance with Government Instruction Manuals and standard operating procedures.

• Support in the fee review exercise by collating and analysing inputs from CDA Divisions

• Perform the role of Finance Business Partner for CDA Divisions, acting as point of contact for their finance queries and needs on budget and finance processes, and review budget submissions.

• Partner and guide internal stakeholders on internal financial processes to ensure compliance and seek continuous improvement based on feedback to enhance efficiency.

• Identify areas to leverage on technology and develop capabilities to improve work processes and insights for financial analysis.

• Handle tax filing of GST returns and work with tax consultants/IRAS on tax matters

• Undertake ad hoc projects as assigned by supervisor as part of staff development

[What we are looking for]

Job requirements

• Background in Accountancy and/or is a Chartered Accountant/Certified Public Accountant

• Preferably 1-2 years of experience in managing key finance functions and preparation of full set of accounts, including group accounts, of statutory boards or private sector companies as well as managing the external audit process

• Familiarity with prevailing Statutory Board Financial Reporting Standards, Finance Government Instruction Manuals as well as best practices in financial governance and control is preferred

• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Effective stakeholder management, communication and interpersonal skills to co-create solutions

• Good team player and meticulous with numbers

• Independent and self-driven with the ability to multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and perform under pressure and tight timelines

• Prior experience in Workday will be an added advantage

The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development.

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