The Finance division optimises the use of financial resources in the National Heritage Board by providing timely financial insights, upholding governance, and partnering our divisions to deliver NHB’s strategic outcomes. In this role, you should have a strong interest in partnering divisions to perform strategic budgeting and resource management. You should also be passionate about transforming Finance into an agile and future-ready function.

[What you will be doing]

• Implement strategies to optimise funds management and utilisation to contribute to NHB’s strategic priorities

• Prepare and review the annual and multi-year budget planning exercise through active partnership and engagement of key stakeholders and management, to ensure budget sustainability and alignment to the Board’s strategic outcomes

• Manage specific funding sources, from submission of funding proposals, to drawing down of funds, allocation, utilisation, reporting and audits as required by funding agencies

• Prepare management reports to support strategic decision-making and forward planning and ensure optimal allocation and utilisation of the Board’s financial resources, leveraging on technology solutions such as data analysis and visualisation tools

• Engage and provide advice to relevant internal and external stakeholders on financial matters

• Drive improvements in financial policies, processes and procedures

[What we are looking for]

• Background in Accountancy or equivalent

• Preferably with at least 5-7 years of relevant experience in finance strategic budgeting and resource management

• Proactive, meticulous, and possess strong analytical skills

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Systematic and adopt a thorough approach to work, with a strong sense of accountability and sense of urgency.

• Familiarity with WorkDay system, data analytics, and visualisation tools, is an advantage

• Prior Finance experience in the Public Sector is an advantage

All candidates will be notified within 4 weeks whether or not they are shortlisted for this role.

The National Heritage Board (NHB) champions the development of a vibrant cultural and heritage sector in Singapore. Our role is to make heritage enriching, relevant, accessible and above all, enjoyable to Singaporeans and visitors alike. If you have the Passion …to build a nation of confident people and sense of rootedness …to deliver great service towards a strong community …to inspire generations of Singaporeans through heritage preservation …to continually innovate and develop yourself as a professional …to have fun while doing all of the above We Want You! http://www.nhb.gov.sg