Research Adminstrative Executive

Institute of Mental Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore invites applications for a Research Administrative Executive in the Research Department. You will manage finance-related tasks for research projects, including participant compensation and project claims, and liaise with the finance team to ensure timely payments.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field, have 2–3 years of admin or research support experience, strong Excel skills, and a meticulous, organized

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of admin or research support experience.
• Proficiency with MS Excel for data management.
• Background in bookkeeping or accounting is an advantage.
• Meticulous, organized, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage finance-related matters for research projects, including participant compensation processing.
• Coordinate with the finance department to ensure timely payments and reimbursements.
• Ensure all financial submissions are supported by proper documentation and approvals.
• Assist with the scheduling and coordination of research activities.
• Assist with research-related events, documents, reports, or presentations as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

Position: Research Administrative Executive

Department: Research

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Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Manage finance-related matters across research projects, including the processing and submission of participant compensation and other project-related claims.
• Liaise with the finance department to ensure timely processing of payments and reimbursements.
• Ensure all financial submissions are supported by proper documentation and approvals.
• Assist with the scheduling and coordination of research activities.
• Assist with research-related events, documents, reports, or presentations as needed.

Requirements:

Competency

1. Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal capabilities with a meticulous approach to detail.

Educational and Professional Requirements

1. Bachelor's Degree in Finance or a related discipline.
2. At least 2-3 years of experience in a similar administrative or research support role, with a strong grasp of financial processes and documentation.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, for data management and tracking activities.
4. A background in book-keeping and/or accounting would be an advantage.
5. Meticulous, organised, and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.

About IMH:

The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore, established in 1928, is a premier 2,000-bed psychiatric hospital nestled in Buangkok Green Medical Park, providing comprehensive mental health services across 50 inpatient wards and 7 outpatient clinics, while also playing a pivotal role in training the next generation of mental health professionals through the NHG-AHPL Residency Programme and collaborations with local academic institutions.