Temp Senior Executive, Student Finance

Temasek Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a Senior Executive to support financial processes for Pre-Employment Training students. The role involves managing student finance-related matters, reconciling financial records, and preparing reports. Ideal candidates should have a relevant qualification in Accounting, experience in accounting or audit, and strong analytical skills. This temp position may last up to one year.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in accounting or audit-related areas.
• Meticulous with ability to handle large volumes of data.
• Capable of managing work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage student finance-related matters and prepare reports.
• Address enquiries from students and parents.
• Perform financial reconciliation and assist in audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Relevant qualification in Accounting or related field

Tools

Power BI

MS Power Automate

Job description

What the role is:

The Senior Executive will be responsible for supporting the financial processes for Pre-Employment Training students. This includes processing claims, disbursements of financial awards, budgeting, receipting and ensuring compliance with policies, guidelines and requirements from regulators and funding agencies.

What you will be working on:

• Facilitate and manage student finance-related matters and prepare relevant reports for stakeholders.
• Address enquiries from students and parents and follow up on any outstanding matters.
• Handle claims processing, disbursements and budget tracking of funds from funding agencies and reconcile records to resolve discrepancies.
• Perform financial reconciliation and participate in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist in financial audits and ensure accurate record keeping.
• Participate in system enhancements and implementations, and engage IT system vendors on system related matters.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions.
• Maintain and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform any other administrative tasks and ad-hoc projects as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant qualification in Accounting or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting or audit-related areas.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills to assess complex situations, analyse data, and develop effective solutions to improve process and decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Meticulous with ability to handle large volumes of data.
• Committed and strong team player who can work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Capable of managing work independently.
• Excellent time management skills with ability to prioritise competing deadlines
• Experience with Power BI for data visualization and reporting, and MS Power Automate for process automation is a plus.
• The successful candidate for this temp position can be engaged for up to one year.

About Temasek Polytechnic

Established in 1990, Temasek Polytechnic (TP) is a leading institution of high learning nestled by the idyllic shores of Bedok Reservoir in Tampines. TP takes pride in equipping our students with lifelong skills and digital knowledge for a future of dynamic change.TP’s caring and vibrant culture is firmly rooted in our core values which drive a spirit of innovation, with a focus on industry, globalization and sustainability. “TP Cares” is our clarion call to ensure that our diverse community of learners has the opportunity to achieve their personal best, so that they can contribute meaningfully to the global community.Learner. Creator. LeaderWe envision the TP graduate as a values-led leader with vision, character and heart, excelling in the academic domain and beyond, and rising to the challenge of creating tomorrow.