Assistant Manager / Manager, Finance

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The Community Foundation of Singapore (CFS) is a trusted philanthropy partner that helps individuals, families, and businesses give effectively. As Singapore's leading provider of Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), CFS works with donors, charities, and partners to address diverse community needs through strategic grantmaking and advisory services. Our work is grounded in strong governance and a focus on outcomes, ensuring philanthropy is thoughtful, accountable, and impactful.

For more information, visit www.cf.org.sg

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Overview

The incumbent plays a vital role in supporting the financial integrity of the organization, with a key focus on fund accounting, internal controls, and audit readiness. This role ensures accurate, complete, and compliant financial reporting aligned with donor restrictions, legal requirements, and best practices in non-profit accounting.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Accounting and Reporting

• Ensure accuracy and completeness in applying fund accounting principles across all financial processes
• Facilitate the monthly financial close by coordinating with outsourced accounting service provider
• Provide relevant information such as accrual listings, investment statements, payroll information and other schedules required to accurately close the books
• Ensure correctness of cash and investment balances and management accounts are prepared timely, accurately, and in compliance with FRS
• Liaise with external auditors and coordinate with outsourced accounting service provider to ensure completeness and accuracy of audit deliverables
• Ensure accurate regulatory filings, including reporting of tax deductions to IRAS and utilisation of government grants

Financial Operations and Stakeholder Engagement

• Support budgeting and forecasting activities as well as variance analysis across internal departments
• Liaise with internal departments on finance matters including programme and grant-related expenses
• Provide finance support for cross-functional projects including UAT testing and system enhancements
• Assist in onboarding and guiding junior team members as needed

Procurement & Internal Controls

• Monitor procurement transactions for compliance with internal policies
• Coordinate with internal auditors during scheduled reviews, walkthroughs, or control testing
• Participate in improvement initiatives for finance SOPs and system workflows

Strategic Finance & Continuous Improvement

• Support the Assistant Director in financial planning and strategic initiatives
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within finance operations
• Contribute to the development and refinement of finance policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA)
• Possess 3 - 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the nonprofit, education, or public service sector
• Good knowledge of FRS and charity regulations, and financial controls
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and accounting systems, preferably Oracle Netsuite
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communicator with a collaborative and purpose-driven mindset
• Able to commence work at short notice / immediately

OTHER INFORMATION

Please indicate notice period and current/expected salary in the application.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - The Community Foundation of Singapore