Assistant Manager, Finance

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant Manager to lead all aspects of the statutory, regulatory, financial and management reporting, as well as the financial operations of our organisation, supporting the delivery of essential Caregiving services to our community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for budgeting, financial & management reporting, grant management, and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards. This role works closely with senior leadership and the Board of Directors to guide sound financial planning and support the organisation's long-term sustainability.

We welcome applications from finance professionals with strong analytical and leadership capabilities, and a commitment to contributing to meaningful, community-focused work.

·      Reporting to: Head Corporate Services

Responsibilities

Ensure accuracy, completeness and timeliness of accounting records to meet all internal and external reporting requirements

Drive improvements in quality of financial and business analyses in order to guide all leaders in decision making and performance monitoring; and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to achieve financial and strategic business objectives

Drive improvements in budgeting and forecasting process for cost control

Drive improvements in business processes and internal controls to enhance the organisation’s process efficiencies and controls effectiveness, and ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures

Proactively identify and mitigate operational and financial risks

Fulfill external and internal audit requirements and determine proper remediating actions in response to audit findings and recommendations

Manage the statutory and reporting requirements under Charities Accounting Standards

Provide financial advice and perspective to assist the development and implementation of long-term business plans and strategies, and the subsequent assessment of the effectiveness and achievements against targets and objectives

Requirements

·      A qualified CA or CPA with between 7 to 10 years of experience in the field of Finance

·      University degree in Accounting and/or Business Management

·      Experience in working in a medium to large charity will be a plus

·      Excellent engagement and communication skills

·      Highly organized with an excellent ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and tight deadlines with minimum supervision

·      Knowledge in Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, Charity Accounting Standards, and other relevant statutory regulations

·      Experience in system and capability enhancement