Senior Finance Manager

Urban Redevelopment Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore seeks a Senior Finance Manager for a 2-year non-renewable contract. You will work with the Board of Architects and support financial operations, contributing to cross-agency projects. Key responsibilities include financial transaction reviews, compliance support, and advisory for budgeting. Candidates should possess a degree in Accountancy, have 3+ years experience, and ideally be familiar with Workday. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Experience in using financial systems is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of financial transactions and operations.
• Support financial compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Manage financial systems and processes including revenue accounting.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Tools

Workday

Job description

What the role is:

We are seeking a Senior Finance Manager to join our Financial Accounting team for a cross-agency collaboration project supporting statutory board operations. You will contribute to an inter-agency initiative, gaining experience in statutory board financial management and cross-government collaboration. This role involves working primarily with the Board of Architects (BOA) whilst also supporting URA's financial operations, offering exposure to various financial frameworks across different organisational contexts. This is a 2-year non-renewable contract role providing exposure to public sector financial management and inter-agency project work.

What you will be working on:

• Conducting comprehensive reviews of financial transactions and financial operations analysis, including developing recommendations for process improvements and implementing the measures
• Supporting financial compliance and sustainability initiatives to ensure fiscal balance
• Presenting findings and recommendations to management and project stakeholders
• Participating in cross-agency collaboration efforts and knowledge sharing
• Contributing to process streamlining and system optimisation projects
• Managing financial systems and processes, which may include revenue accounting and investment accounting
• Providing financial advisory support to various departments on budgeting, reporting, and operational matters

What we are looking for:

• A good degree in Accountancy, with at least 3 years of relevant working experience
• Experience in using Workday will be an advantage
• Good communication, analytical, writing and presentation skills
• Able to work independently as well as in a team, in a fast-paced environment
• Preferably a member of ISCA

About Urban Redevelopment Authority

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.