Grant & Finance Executive (1-Year Contract)

Employment Type: 1-Year Contract

About the Role

Our client is a leading statutory board in Singapore's Research & Development ecosystem, driving scientific discovery and innovation to support economic growth and societal impact. They are seeking a Grant & Finance Executive to support end-to-end grant management and finance operations within a dynamic public sector environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates or early-career finance professionals to gain exposure to grant administration, budgeting, and core accounting functions in a structured and mission-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Management Support

• Create and maintain project and budget records in SAP for approved grants.

• Review Fund Requisitions (FRs) and Final Statements of Accounts (FSOAs) to ensure compliance with grant guidelines.

• Liaise with grantees and internal stakeholders to facilitate timely disbursement of funds and reimbursement claims.

• Track and ensure timely submission of grant audit reports in accordance with established audit frameworks.

• Prepare and monitor monthly budget utilisation reports for internal reporting.

Finance & Accounting Support

• Process invoices and manage receipt tracking and reconciliations.

• Handle Accounts Payable functions, including vendor management and payment processing.

• Maintain accurate fixed asset records (e.g., capitalisation, tagging, verification, disposal).

• Perform General Ledger duties such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and month/year-end closing activities.

• Support internal and external audits, including statutory audits.

• Assist in finance-related projects, including digitalisation and process improvement initiatives.

• Provide operational support (e.g., system access administration, goods receipt processing, exchange rate updates, reporting).

Requirements

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (preferred).

• 0-3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• High adaptability and willingness to learn new systems and processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

• Experience with SAP or SAP HANA will be an advantage.

Why Apply

• Gain hands-on experience in public sector grant management and finance operations.

• Exposure to structured governance and compliance frameworks.

• Opportunity to contribute to Singapore's research and innovation landscape.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

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