Senior Executive/Executive (Finance Department) [NIE]

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute of Education (NIE) in Singapore invites applications for the position of Senior Executive/Executive in the Finance Department. The appointee will support day-to-day financial operations and service delivery to internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires a Polytechnic Diploma, 2–3 years of relevant experience, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. SAP experience is an advantage. Closing date: 4 August 2026.

Qualifications

• A Polytechnic Diploma, preferably in Accountancy, Finance or a related discipline.
• Preferably 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance operations.
• Organised, meticulous, and comfortable working with numbers and financial records.
• Positive team player with a strong sense of responsibility and willingness to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; SAP experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Process staff-related payments, invoices and related enquiries.
• Compute liquidated damages for staff development schemes and prepare MOE funding claims.
• Support accounting matters for donations, endowment funds, insurance and assigned fund accounts.
• Review and improve finance processes with the Reporting Officer.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Head of Finance.
• Perform other finance and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical aptitude

Microsoft Excel

SAP experience

Education

Polytechnic Diploma in Accountancy or related

Tools

SAP

Job description

About The National Institute Of Education (nie)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here.

NIE invites applications for the position of Senior Executive/Executive in the Finance Department. The appointee will support day-to-day financial operations and service delivery to internal and external stakeholders.

Roles & Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Process staff-related payments, invoices and related enquiries.
• Compute liquidated damages for staff development schemes and prepare MOE funding claims.
• Support accounting matters for donations, endowment funds, insurance and assigned fund accounts.
• Review and improve finance processes with the Reporting Officer.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Head of Finance.
• Perform other finance and administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A Polytechnic Diploma, preferably in Accountancy, Finance or a related discipline.
• Preferably 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance operations.
• Organised, meticulous, and comfortable working with numbers and financial records.
• Positive team player with a strong sense of responsibility and willingness to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; SAP experience is an advantage.
• Able to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

Closing Date

The closing date of the advertisement is 4 August 2026. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their home to the NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of seats.

Hiring Institution: NIE