Senior Executive, Finance

Nanyang Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Polytechnic in Singapore is seeking a Senior Executive, Finance to support Accounts Receivable operations across multiple portfolios, including billing, collections, debt management, reconciliation and governance.

You will work with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial processing, improve processes through digitalisation and system enhancements, and ensure compliance with policies and controls.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Relevant working experience in Accounts Receivable, billing, collections, finance operations or shared services environment.
• Good understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and receivables management processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Workday and STEP is preferred.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Meticulous, customer-focused and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive team player with a continuous improvement mindset and interest in process optimisation and digitalisation.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, including billing, collections, debt management, account maintenance, adjustments and refunds.
• Process and maintain billing activities for various revenue streams, such as projects, rentals, student accommodation, CET programmes and adhoc billings.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and coordinate with stakeholders to facilitate timely collection of debts.
• Perform account reconciliations and prepare reports to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends, exceptions and areas requiring follow-up.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to resolve billing, payment, refund and account-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, internal controls and audit requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records to support operational, reporting and governance requirements.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Billing

Collections

Accounts reconciliation

Excel

Workday

STEP

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Accountancy / Finance / Business Administration or related

Tools

Workday

STEP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What the role is:

The Senior Executive, Finance is responsible for supporting Accounts Receivable (AR) operations across various business portfolios, including billing, collections, debt management, account reconciliation and stakeholder support. The role works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial processing, effective revenue collection, compliance with financial policies and continuous improvement of finance operations.

What you will be working on:

• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, including billing, collections, debt management, account maintenance, adjustments and refunds.




• Process and maintain billing activities for various revenue streams, such as projects, rentals, student accommodation, Continuing Education and Training (CET) programmes and miscellaneous adhoc billings.




• Monitor outstanding receivables and coordinate with stakeholders to facilitate timely collection of debts.




• Perform account reconciliations and prepare reports to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.




• Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends, exceptions and areas requiring follow-up.




• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to resolve billing, payment, refund and account-related matters.




• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, internal controls and audit requirements.




• Maintain accurate documentation and records to support operational, reporting and governance requirements.
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What we are looking for:

Additional Responsibilities

• Review and enhance work processes through streamlining, digitalisation and automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and service delivery.




• Support the implementation, enhancement and testing of finance systems and related applications.




• Participate in finance-related projects, process improvement initiatives and transformation efforts.




• Provide guidance and support to users on finance-related processes and systems.




• Collaborate with Schools, Departments and stakeholders to support organisational objectives and operational requirements.




• Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing within the Finance Department.




• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.




• Relevant working experience in Accounts Receivable, billing, collections, finance operations or shared services environment.




• Good understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and receivables management processes.




• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.




• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.




• Experience with Workday and STEP is preferred.




• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.




• Meticulous, customer-focused and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.




• Proactive team player with a continuous improvement mindset and interest in process optimisation and digitalisation.

About Nanyang Polytechnic

Nanyang Polytechnic is committed to providing quality education and training to prepare our graduates for life and work, equipping them to contribute to the technological, economic and social development of Singapore. Nanyang Polytechnic will harness our resources and expertise to offer manpower development programmes and services to business and industry in support of Singapore's national development.