Strategic Budget & Data Analytics Lead

Land Transport Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Land Transport Authority is seeking a Budget Manager to support budgeting, financial planning, reporting and data analytics within the Budget Team in Singapore.

You will handle budget preparation, grant management, financial tracking, variance analysis and data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS Office and data tools, and effective communication within a multi-division environment.

Qualifications

• Areas of study in Accountancy, Finance or other relevant professional qualifications.
• Experience in budgeting and grant management.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with hands-on experience in data analytics and visualisation tools such as Power BI and Python.
• Familiar with financial reporting systems, with experience in Workday being an advantage.
• Possess strong analytical skills, self-motivated and resourceful.
• Strong time management, planning, and organisational skills.
• An effective communicator and good team player.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Budget preparation, grant management, financial tracking, and data-driven insights.
• Evaluate funding proposals and advise on funding structures.
• Prepare budget returns to MOF and MND; monitor funds and perform Workday budget checks.
• Develop management reports and dashboards to monitor budget utilisation.
• Prepare audit schedules and reconcile grant movements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Accountancy / Finance

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Python

Job description

Land Transport Authority is seeking a Budget Manager to support budgeting, financial planning, reporting and data analytics within the Budget Team in Singapore.

You will handle budget preparation, grant management, financial tracking, variance analysis and data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS Office and data tools, and effective communication within a multi-division environment.