Senior Executive (Finance Operations)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for a Senior Executive (Finance Operations) in the Office of Finance. The role supports the financial operations of NUS Enterprise and overseas subsidiaries, ensuring accurate reporting, timely processing, and strong internal controls.

You will handle end-to-end accounting cycles, budgeting support, audit assistance, and grant compliance while collaborating with stakeholders across the university.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in accountancy, finance, or related discipline.
• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of finance or accounting experience and strong knowledge of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Support the financial operations of NUS Enterprise and its overseas subsidiaries.
• Prepare financial records, reports, and reconciliations accurately and on time.
• Handle AP/AR, journal entries, and month-end/year-end closing for NUS Enterprise and its overseas subsidiaries, where applicable.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, audit, tax and grant-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, grant requirements, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Assist in finance process improvements and perform other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Skills

Finance experience

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Analytical skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accountancy or Finance

ACCA/CPA/CA certification

Tools

SAP HANA

Xero

MYOB

Job description

Job Title: Senior Executive (Finance Operations)

University-Level Unit: Office of Finance

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Finance (Enterprise)

Employee Category: Executive & Administrative

Posting Start Date: 31/07/2026

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

About Us

Join the National University of Singapore (NUS) Finance Team – Where Innovation Meets Excellence

At NUS, the Office of Finance stands as a dynamic and strategic partner, driving financial sustainability and operational excellence. Our team plays a crucial role in overseeing financial planning, optimising resources, and enabling the University’s ambition and innovation.

We are at the forefront of formulating, reviewing, and analysing the University’s strategic, operating, and capital budgets. Through strong governance, robust financial processes, and cutting-edge systems, we ensure every dollar is put to its best use, fueling research, education, and transformation.

Make an Impact: Play a key role in shaping financial strategies that influence the University’s growth and global standing.

Growth & Development: We believe in continuous learning, offering mentorship, career development, and upskilling opportunities.

Collaborative Culture: Join a high-performing team that values trust, innovation, and excellence.

Finance Transformation: Be part of initiatives leveraging SAP S4 Hana, AI-driven analytics, and digital finance solutions to drive efficiency and future-ready finance operations.

If you are passionate about finance, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to be part of a team that drives meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Join us and be a part of shaping the future of finance at NUS!

Website: https://www.nus.edu.sg/finance/

Job Description

The Senior Executive is responsible for supporting the financial operations of NUS Enterprise and its overseas subsidiaries through accurate financial reporting, efficient processing of transactions, and timely analysis of financial data. The role also ensures compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, statutory requirements, university policies, and grant requirements, while providing support to the finance team and other stakeholders in day-to-day financial matters.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the finance operations of NUS Enterprise and its overseas subsidiaries.
• Prepare financial records, reports, and reconciliations accurately and on time.
• Handle AP/AR, journal entries, and month-end/year-end closing for NUS Enterprise and its overseas subsidiaries, where applicable.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, audit, tax and grant-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, grant requirements, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Assist in finance process improvements and perform other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline
• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliation processes, and internal controls.
• Experience in full set of accounts, financial closing, budgeting, audit support, and grant-related compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, for financial analysis, reporting, and presentation.
• Proficiency in SAP HANA, Xero and MYOB is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively as a team player.
• Meticulous, self-driven, and adaptable, with a positive working attitude.

The position is only open to Singaporeans and Permanent Residents.