ABOUT THE ROLE | WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING


As a Finance Executive, you will play a crucial role in overseeing financial operations and making strategic decisions to ensure the company’s financial health and sustainability. Reporting to the Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include:
In the area of Bookkeeping, you will:

• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions.

• Record daily transactions, including accounts payable and receivable.

• Manage general ledger entries.

• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.

In the area of Financial Reporting and Analysis, you will:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

• Reconcile bank statements and track deposits and payments.

• Participate in financial audits.

• Assist with budget preparation.

• Review and implement financial policies.

For Cash Flow Management, your tasks will involve:

• Monitoring cash flow statements.

• Ensuring compliance with tax and financial reporting standards.

Regarding Governance and Compliance, you will:

• Ensure compliance with Charity Accounting Standards (CAS).

• Submit timely reports to authorities.

• Review and recommend improvements to internal control policies and procedures.

Your role also includes engaging with stakeholders:

• Collaborate with Board Directors, Finance Committee, Audit Committee, Auditing Firms, financial institutions, corporate donors, vendors, and government agencies.

• Support the Board and CEO in corporate secretariat and board management matters.

Lastly, you’ll contribute to building a high-quality workplace and fostering a positive work culture for the organization. You may also be required to work on other assigned projects as directed by the Board and Management.


REQUIREMENTS | WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Technical Competencies

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Accounting or its equivalent professional qualifications

• Competent with accounting software modules like Quick Books

• Good understanding of basic accounting principles

• General experience & knowledge in IT applications

Core Competencies

• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data entry, reconciliations and other accounting tasks

• Organised, self-driven and able to multi-task well under pressure

• Collaborative, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Achievements / Characteristics

• At least 2-3 years of relevant work experience in an accounting role, preferably in the social services sector

• Familiar with Singapore Charity Accounting Standards & Corporate Governance for Social Service organisations

• Experience in doing finance/accounting work in other charities