Senior / Finance Assistant

PAYA LEBAR METHODIST CHURCH; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven church in Singapore is seeking a Finance Officer to manage financial transactions and support ministry activities while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of finance/accounting experience and an LCCI qualification. Integrity and strong collaboration skills are essential. This role requires commitment to Christian values and may involve occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Committed to integrity, confidentiality, and Christian values.

Responsibilities

• Process payments, claims, and receipts with accuracy.
• Support ministry-related income recording and audits.
• Prepare reconciliations and maintain compliance.
• Assist with administrative finance-related tasks.

Skills

Finance experience

Accounting skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Integrity and confidentiality

Education

LCCI or equivalent qualification

Tools

Sage 300

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

🧾 Steward Financial Transactions with Integrity

• Process payments, claims, and receipts with accuracy and care
• Maintain proper documentation and clear records of all transactions and suppliers
• Manage petty cash and perform timely bank reconciliations

📚 Support Ministry Activities Through Financial Record-Keeping

• Record ministry-related income from events and activities accurately
• Maintain digital financial records to support audits and transparent reporting
• Provide data support for monthly management reports and GST filings

✅ Ensure Accuracy, Compliance & Accountability

• Post transactions and prepare reconciliations with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Support the upkeep of fixed asset records and assist with periodic asset verification
• Uphold compliance with internal financial policies and local regulatory requirements

🤝 Collaborate and Assist in Administrative Duties

• Handle bank account opening and updating requirements
• Provide consistent support to the team and other staff as needed especially for church-wide and church office events
• Assist with general finance-related and administrative tasks
• Demonstrate a cooperative spirit and willingness to serve the church community
• Any other role, responsibilities and duties as required and assigned by the Director and Pastor-In-Charge.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting
• LCCI or an equivalent qualification in finance/accounting
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office tools
• Able to work independently while contributing to a team
• Committed to integrity, confidentiality, and Christian values

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working in a Christian church context in Singapore
• Experience or training in Sage 300 is a plus
• Willingness to work occasional weekends for church meetings/events

How to Apply

If you sense God’s call to respond and be part of His work at PLMC, please email your detailed resume, together with current and expected salary, to:

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Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you.