Manager, Finance

Methodist Girls' School (Secondary); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Singapore is looking for a Manager of Finance to oversee monthly financial accounting, manage audits, and handle procurement contracts. The ideal candidate will hold a CPA qualification and bring 5–8 years of commercial or auditing experience. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards are essential. This role offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in commercial firms or auditing.
• Experience in a school environment is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly financial accounting and reporting functions.
• Assist in managing the annual budget and filing financial submissions.
• Manage procurement contracts and audit processes.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Experience with ERP tools and SAP

Education

CPA qualification or equivalent

Job description

METHODIST GIRLS’ SCHOOL

Our School’s Motto: To Master. To Grow. To Serve.

We have opening for Manager, Finance in Methodist Girls’ School Secondary and we invite candidates with positive attitude and willingness to serve to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. ACCOUNTING (SECONDARY)
   1. Assist in managing monthly financial accounting aspects and reporting functions for Secondary School.
   2. Manage annual budget, budget amendment exercises and budget requirements and work with FD to ensure budget sustainability and alignment to school’s objectives.
   3. Work with FD to plan and approve the budget and forecasts.
   4. Assist in preparing presentation of budget, forecasts and strategic plans to the Board of Management, Finance and Investment Sub-Committee.
   5. Manage the collection of enrichment programme, CCA, ROCs, semestral fees etc fees from students (out of pocket expenses).
   6. Manage the accounting of the Endowment Fund Accounts and Building Fund Accounts.
   7. Work with FD to ensure regular filing and submission of information to MOE and respective government agency.
   8. Manage quarterly GST submission to IRAS.
   9. Reviewer for the Financial Assistance Scheme for Students.
   10. Manage the accounting aspects of the Fundraising events of the school. Manage the issuance of tax-exemption receipts.
   11. Manage monthly account reconciliations/analysis.
   12. Assist in the quarterly account closing and reporting.
   13. Assist in drafting or updating the accounting processes (SOP) and accounting policies.
   14. Any ad hoc duties and participate in school level activities when required.
2. AUDIT AND INTERNAL CONTROLS
   1. Manage the MOE appointed audit or Auditor General Office (AGO) for internal audit. Work with FD to ensure no lapses in the controls and processes.
   2. Manage the statutory financial audit and work with the FD to enable the submission of audited financial statements to the relevant authorities for the full school.
   3. Ensure strong operational internal controls are in place in the school’s financial systems.
3. PROCUREMENT (FULL SCHOOL)
   1. Requestor for the procurement of the following contracts:
   2. Statutory external auditors
   3. Stationery and refreshment for finance use
4. BOARD SECRETARIAT DUTIES (FULL SCHOOL)
   1. Serve as the Minute taker for both MGS Finance and Investment Sub-Committee meetings, including planning and arranging meeting dates, preparing meeting agenda, taking minutes, and supporting FD and school leaders in conducting meetings.
   2. Work with FD to provide assistance for logistic support for Finance and Investment Sub-Committee meetings, such as courier of documents, administration and logistics preparation for meeting.
5. STAFF MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
   1. Work with FD to provide guidance and support to staff using the MGS Staff Appraisal Framework.
   2. Supervise, develop, review and evaluate the annual performance of staff.

6. Requirements

• CPA qualification or equivalent.
• At least 5-8 years in commercial firms or auditing.
• Experience in school environment will be an added advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards as well as internal controls.
• Experience with ERP tools and SAP.
• Strong analytical and IT skills i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

7. Personal attributes and Others

• Trustworthy and responsible.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and dependable.
• Confident and proactive with demonstrated dynamism, resourcefulness in problem solving with a growth mindset.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work with other teams and lead people of various levels.