FINANCIAL & GL REPORTING

• Manage monthly and year-end closing, including schedule planning, reconciliations, journal entries, and report preparation.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), Charity Accounting Standards, and internal policies.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements, analysis reports, and board meeting materials.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; ACCA or equivalent qualification preferred .

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in finance roles, including strong GL and AR experience.

• Prior experience in external audit (CPA firm) is highly preferred .

• Strong working knowledge of SFRS, GST, WHT , and Singapore Charity regulations.
• Demonstrated success in financial reporting, audit , and internal control improvements .
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, macros, data analysis), and strong proficiency in other MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and assist the Director of Finance across all AR and GL functions, financial reporting, analysis, and project coordination.
• Collaborate with budget holders and team members on monthly and year-end closing activities, including schedule preparation, bank reconciliations, and outstanding item resolution.
• Manage the full year-end audit process with external auditors — prepare and review audit schedules and financial statements, resolve issues, and ensure timely audit completion.
• Compile and consolidate data for variance and trend analysis; conduct market research to support financial insights and decisions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and analysis for senior leadership, board meetings, parent townhalls, and other key stakeholders.
• Assist in the development and implementation of digital finance/procurement templates and processes to improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee the full accounts receivable (AR) operations, including invoicing, payment tracking, credit notes/refunds, parent/student coordination, and school event financials.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, SOPs, and regulatory standards in all areas of responsibility.
• Contribute to ongoing change management initiatives, including internal control reviews, process improvements, and IT-related finance projects.
• Stay current with evolving accounting standards, tax regulations, and charity laws to assess impact on internal processes and reporting.
• Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders and diligently follow up on pending matters.

- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in finance roles, including strong GL and AR experience.

• Prior experience in external audit (CPA firm) is highly preferred .
• Strong working knowledge of SFRS, GST, WHT , and Singapore Charity regulations.
• Demonstrated success in financial reporting, audit , and internal control improvements .
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, macros, data analysis), and strong proficiency in other MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills