Strategic Planning Manager

RHB Bank Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is looking for a Strategic Planning Manager to support Treasury accounting activities and system enhancements. The ideal candidate will oversee transaction monitoring and UAT testing, while also conducting data analysis and contributing to compliance initiatives. The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with a relevant degree and experience in finance. Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with testing methodologies are advantageous. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a finance role, preferably with system exposure.
• Experience in testing or quality assurance is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with finance to conduct daily P&L reporting.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and system integration testing.
• Analyze daily transaction alerts and identify suspicious activities.
• Provide post-implementation support and contribute to process improvements.
• Develop and maintain analytical tools to assist in position management.

Skills

Financial processes understanding

Analytical skills

Testing methodologies

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

JIRA

FINIQ

Murex

Job description

Job Title: Strategic Planning Manager

Department: Treasury

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a strong foundation in finance and a keen interest in system testing. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting Treasury accounting activities, system enhancements, implementation and UAT testing. Responsible in transaction monitoring for Wholesale Bank Notes invert remittance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with finance and conduct Treasury daily P&L reporting
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT), regression testing, and system integration testing for Wholesale Bank Notes system and other treasury products including develop and execute test cases, scenarios, and scripts based on functional requirements.
• Assist in data analysis, reconciliation, and reporting during system migrations or upgrades.
• Provide post-implementation support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze daily transaction alerts generated by the bank's monitoring systems.
• Identify suspicious patterns or activities that may indicate money laundering, terrorist financing, or other financial crimes.
• Conduct detailed investigations on flagged transactions, including reviewing customer profiles, transaction history, and supporting documentation.
• Stay updated on AML/CFT regulations and contribute to process improvements and policy updates.
• Undertake any other duties or ad-hoc assignments as assigned by the Head of Department or Management, including support for projects, audits, or regulatory reviews.
• Analyze the bank's Net Open Position (NOP) across all currencies and identify exposure drivers.
• Determine which currencies contribute to revaluation gains or losses and provide actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain analytical tools and dashboards to assist the Treasurer in position management and decision-making.
• Monitor market movements and assess their impact on the bank's FX positions.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Risk Management, and Finance teams to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Recommend strategies to optimize currency positions and minimize risk.
• Any other assignments by supervisor or HOD as deemed fit.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a finance role, with exposure to financial systems or ERP platforms.
• Experience in testing or quality assurance is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data validation, conditional formatting, and basic macros.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of financial processes (e.g., GL, AP, AR, FX, budgeting).
• Familiarity with testing methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, FINIQ, Murex).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.