Senior Manager / Manager (Financial Control & Reporting)

Ministry of Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Health in Singapore seeks a finance professional to join the Financial Control & Reporting team, delivering expert financial advice on governance, revenue management and budget/subsidy oversight for MOH and statutory boards.

You will analyse proposals, support cashflow planning, asset accounting and reporting to MOF/AGD, and contribute to process improvements using data analytics and automation tools. Strong writing and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a finance-related discipline.
• Around 3–5 years of relevant working experience in finance.
• Familiarity with financial management, budgeting or grant management is advantageous.
• Proficiency with MS Office; experience with ERP systems or data analytics is useful.
• Good teamwork, writing, communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review financial proposals from MOH divisions to ensure proper governance and compliance.
• Provide financial advice and support on Block Budget, funding submissions, budget utilisation, cashflow projections and grant disbursements for Statutory Boards.
• Manage financial transactions and operations in line with Government Instruction Manuals and MOH policies.
• Coordinate financial reporting and returns to MOF, AGD and other authorities; support accounts closing and audit.
• Work with stakeholders on finance-related shared services and automation initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of MOH's Financial Control & Reporting team, providing professional financial advice and analysis on matters relating to financial control and reporting, revenue management, and statutory board budget and grant management, to support prudent resource management and governance in the Ministry. You will also support the Ministry's financial operations and governance and contribute to improving finance processes and systems to ensure prudent management of public resources and operational efficiency. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on:

• Reviewing financial proposals from MOH divisions, including fees and charges, cost recovery, revenue waivers and write-off of public monies, to ensure proper financial governance and compliance with relevant requirements.
• Providing financial advice and support to assigned Statutory Boards on Block Budget, operating and development funding submissions, budget utilisation, cashflow projections, grant disbursements and other finance-related matters.
• Managing financial transactions and operations, including receipts, fixed assets and advance/deposit accounts, in compliance with Government Instruction Manuals and MOH's internal policies.
• Coordinating financial reporting and returns to MOF, AGD and other relevant authorities, and supporting accounts closing and audit activities.
• Working with VITAL and relevant stakeholders on finance-related shared services and operational matters.
• Participating in finance policy, process and system reviews, and leveraging emerging technologies, including automation, analytical and AI tools, to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.

What we are looking for:

• Tertiary qualification in a finance-related discipline. Specialised training in finance and accounting would be an added advantage.
• Around 3–5 years of relevant working experience in finance, preferably in Ministries or Statutory Boards.
• Familiarity with financial management, budgeting, grant management or revenue-related matters would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools. Experience with financial ERP systems, data analytics or automation tools would be useful.
• Good teamwork and ability to work well with and engage other Divisions and stakeholders.
• Good writing, communication, quantitative and analytical skills.
• Good project and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Meticulous, committed and responsible, with high professional standards and integrity.

Ideal candidate should also possess the following key competencies

• Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements: Good analytical and critical thinking skills to assess financial issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Learning & Putting Skills into Action: Willingness to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and ways of working.
• Improving & Innovating: Ability to identify opportunities to improve processes and adopt new approaches.
• Working Effectively with Stakeholders: Ability to engage and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About Ministry of Health

The Ministry of Health’s (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people – to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH’s responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation.As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore’s healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.