Senior Manager

1 week ago


Queenstown, New Zealand Agency For Science, Technology And Research Full time
A*STAR is an Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) that has been certified by the Singapore Accountancy Commission (SAC) to possess the appropriate standards of staff training, accountancy resources and development for Singapore CA Qualification candidates to fulfil their Practical Experience required to qualify as a Chartered Accountant of Singapore.
A*STAR is also a Recognised Employer Partner with CPA Australia, affirming our commitment to excellence in professional development, and to fostering the growth of our employees in the field of Finance and Accounting.
Job Description The appointed Senior Manager/Manager will supervise a small team of Senior Associates/ Associates on the management and administration of research development funds (RDF) for A*STAR.
Operations Review and approve payment, billing and receipts journals raised by Senior Associates / Associates.
Prepare fund requisitions (FRs) and final statement of accounts (FSOAs) of projects grants for submission to grantor.
Review FRs and FSOAs submitted by grantees.
Track verification status of FRs and FSOA for timely fund disbursements to grantees.
Ensure timely submission of FRs and FSOAs by grantees and by A*STAR to other funding agencies.
Drive digitalisation initiatives to achieve operational efficiency and optimise resource allocation and utilization (e.g.
new ERP system, Grants system enhancements, management reporting dashboard, RPA, etc.).
Other tasks e.g.
Accounts Payable duties like vendor management.
Budgeting Manage the annual budgeting exercise and mid-year budget review.
Review and query submitted budget requests from divisions, consolidate the budget requests and present the annual operating budget to management for approval.
Follow up with respective stakeholders to address budget queries raised by management.
Support the MTI's 5-year Research Innovation and Enterprise tranche budget exercise including preparation of data, liaising with divisions and preparing budget submission through Joint Planning Hub/Policy and Planning Division.
Reporting and Business Partnering Prepare the grants management monitoring reports monthly and present regularly at management meetings.
Ensure timely preparation and submission of internal and external stakeholders reporting including presentation slides.
Act as effective business partner to management and other stakeholders in providing financial insights/ advice to achieve business objectives.
Internal Controls and Audit Management Ensure timely submission of grant audit reports by grantees in accordance with A*STAR Grant Audit Framework (for A*STAR grants) / NRF's Enhanced Positive Affirmation Framework (for NRF grants).
Liaise with internal and external auditors/tax agents/corporate secretary/banks on all matters.
Review processes to be in compliance with Government IMs and policies and A*STAR's Financial Policies, Procedures and Guidance Notes.
Others Provide support to projects.
Any other tasks assigned.
Requirements Qualification in Accountancy/ ACCA.
Preferably at least 3 years of relevant accounting experience, with experience in managing a small team of finance staff.
Strong analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
High learning agility, adaptability and perseverance.
Able to multi-task and deliver results under tight timelines.
Meticulous, organised and resourceful.
Proficient in MS Office applications.
Knowledge of SAP S4 Hana and Tableau/Power BI will be advantageous.
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