Senior Manager / Manager, Finance (Treasury)

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector R&D agency in Singapore is seeking a Treasury Analyst to manage cash and liquidity, conduct financial analysis, and support strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and strong communication skills to interact with various stakeholders. This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Join our team to drive financial excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial markets.
• Excellent communication skills to manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cash positioning and liquidity across bank accounts.
• Forecast cashflow to ensure cash sufficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cash management

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Regulatory compliance

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA or equivalent)

Tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector R&D agency. Through open innovation, we collaborate with our partners in both the public and private sectors to benefit the economy and society. A*STAR's research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore, and enhances lives by improving societal outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and sustainability.

A*STAR is recognised by many accountancy organisations: Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) for the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), a Recognised Employer Partner with CPA Australia and others. It reaffirms our commitment to excellence in professional development, and to fostering the growth of our employees in the field of Finance and Accounting.

As the Treasury Analyst at A*STAR, you will play a critical role in the cash and liquidity management, developing short and long-term cash flow forecasts, and analyzing financial data to identify investment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Cash Management

• Execute daily cash positioning and manage liquidity across all bank accounts to ensure operational needs are met.

Forecasting & Data Analysis using analytical tool

• Cashflow forecast to ensure cash sufficiency.


• Assist with long‑term cash forecasting to support strategic planning and capital allocation.


• Analyze cost‑saving or investment opportunities.

Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements and other relevant rules.

Investment Management & Reporting

• Review investment mandate, policies, strategic asset allocation framework.


• Serve as a key point of contact for investment partners to manage daily operations and services.


• Work with investment partners/consultants to prepare regular treasury reports for senior management, summarizing cash positions, investment performance, and forecasting.

Job Requirements

• Preferably with a professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA or equivalent)


• Strong understanding of financial markets and knowledge of data analytics and data visualization tools


• Excellent communication skills to manage stakeholders


• Able to stay updated on regulatory changes and emerging trends to anticipate future challenges and opportunities.


• Able to work independently and in a team to deliver outcomes in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment