Senior Finance

Methodist Welfare Services; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Singapore is seeking an experienced Finance professional to manage donations and Accounts Receivable. The role involves handling donor communications, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with governance standards. Candidates should have a degree in accounting or related fields and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems is required. This position plays a critical role in supporting fundraising events and essential financial operations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of working experience in finance, ideally in donation management.
• Experience in donation processing and donor communications is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Receivable for donations and ensure accuracy.
• Handle donor enquiries and prepare fundraising reports.
• Support month-end closing activities for assigned Centres.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems (ACCPAC/Sage 300)

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Digital transformation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or related field

Job description

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Finance professional to join our Finance team in the donation management & its Accounts Receivable function. This role manages the financial and administrative aspects of donation processing, donation-related financial operations, donor communications, and fundraising event reporting. The Executive ensures accuracy, compliance with Charity governance standards, and timely service delivery.

Role & Responsibilities

1) Donation Management and Reporting & Accounts Receivable

• Manage Accounts Receivable for donations.
• Input donations into the Donation Management System and generate official receipts for donors in timely manner while ensuring accuracy recording of donation transactions.
• Perform donation reconciliation between the Donation Management System, bank statements, and General Ledger (GL).
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies to maintain financial integrity and accurate Donation listings.
• Partner with Partnership and Engagement team in all donations related matters.

2) Donor Communications and Fundraising Event Reporting

• Responsible for donor enquiries and responses and ensuring prompt and professional responses to requests for receipts, donation history, and tax documentation.
• Prepare Income & Expenditure Statements for fundraising events.
• Track and report donations, sponsorships, and event-related expenses.
• Support fundraising activities onsite several times in a year, including recording donations raised during events.

3) Month-End Close Support for Centres assigned

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments for Centres assigned.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and schedules for Centres assigned to support Centres’ decision-making.
• Coordinate with the Finance team to ensure timely and accurate month-end close.

4) Handle any ad hoc tasks assigned by Management.

Qualifications, Competencies & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or related field with 5 years working experience. Similar experience is advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and good proficiency in ERP systems (preferably ACCPAC/Sage 300).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, with analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail.
• Skills: Experience with digital transformation or process improvement initiatives.