Senior Manager, Finance & Admin

Singapore Business Federation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Business Federation invites a seasoned Chief Accountant to lead day-to-day accounting, finance and administration. You will ensure governance compliance and accurate month-end reporting for SBF Foundation and Migrant Well Singapore, and manage budgeting, forecasts and cash flow.

You should hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with at least 8 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel; Oracle NetSuite experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 8 years of relevant working experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across the organisation.
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools; NetSuite experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting, finance and administration operations as go-to person.
• Ensure governance and regulatory compliance incl. Charities Act and MAA.
• Close full set of accounts monthly; prepare month-end reports for SBF Foundation and Migrant Well Singapore.
• Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets; monitor against actuals.
• Manage cash flow and advise on excess funds management.
• Reconcile donations for tax deduction and issue receipts.
• Liaise with external auditors and governing bodies for statutory requirements.
• Implement audit recommendations and maintain financial procedures.
• Coordinate board/audit risk committee meetings; prep agenda and papers.
• Develop/update finance handbook and corporate policies.
• Handle other duties as assigned by the CEO.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle NetSuite

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Job responsibilities:

• You will serve as the organisation's "go-to" person for all accounting related matters and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the accounting, finance and administration operations.
• Ensure compliance with Code of Governance and regulations laid down by the Charities Act, governing accounting bodies, Memorandum & Articles of Association (MAA), Terms of Reference and related regulations.
• Ensure timely closing of full set of accounts and accuracy in month-end financial and management reports for SBF Foundation and Migrant Well Singapore.
• Prepare quarterly forecast and annual budget and monitor against actual results.
• Monitor cash flow positions regularly and make recommendations for excess funds management.
• Reconcile entry and submission of donation records for tax deduction and issuance of tax-deductible receipts to donors.
• Liaise with external auditor and other governing bodies to ensure statutory requirements are met.
• Implement audit recommendations and maintain standard financial and administrative procedures.
• Liaise with Corporate Secretary for matters relating to ACRA filing, Board Members and Board Resolutions.
• Coordinate board/audit risk committee meetings including preparation of meeting agenda, papers and dissemination.
• Develop and/or update finance handbook and other corporate policies.
• Handle any other responsibilities and duties that may be assigned by the CEO from time to time.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 8 years of relevant working experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the organisation
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage priorities effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Preferably experienced in Oracle NetSuite.