What the role is

To assist to plan, manage and oversee the financial activities of the NCSS including setting of accounting controls and procedures, liaising for the annual statutory audit, Financial Statements analysis, budget preparation, expenditure forecast analysis, etc.

What you will be working on

1. Management Reporting
a) Review monthly financial statements, including distribution of monthly revenue and expenditure reports to departments.
b) Assist in managing the various functions which include Accounts Receivable and General Ledger in meeting tight monthly closing timeline.
c) Implement checks and controls in the accounting system to ensure proper accounting records and to safeguard NCSS’ assets against misappropriation.

2. Regulatory/Compliance Reporting
a) Ensure compliance with IPC requirements including computation, online disclosure of financial information, etc.
b) Review all statistical returns, including reports to MSF, AGD, MOF, DOS and other government agencies and ensure timely and accurate submissions.
c) Review of quarterly reports from internal system to ensure accuracy.

3. Budgeting
a) Assist in planning the annual budget exercise for NCSS and conduct variance analysis of the budget submissions.
b) Review forecast analysis based on the quarterly forecast submitted by departments and highlight issues that require further attention.
c) Provide financial support and advice on all budgetary and financial matters.

4. Audits
a) Review annual audit schedules and financial statements prepared for statutory audit and other purposes.
b) Liaise with external auditors on the audit of statutory accounts, Trust Funds and other programmes/events administered by NCSS.
c) Liaise with AGO on their request for information and queries received during audit by AGO.

5. Grant Management
a) Review the multiple grant portfolios under the various departments within NCSS including working with the respective departments on the disbursements for the various grants.
b) Provide support and advice on all financial matters related to grant management to the departments.
c) Administer the utilisation and reporting to the funders for the various grants.

6. Ad-Hoc Duties
a) Assume the role of approver for Project Request, Budget Transfer Request etc.
b) Participate in system enhancements relating to financial processes.
c) Any other duties assigned.

What we are looking for

Personal Competencies:

Serving with Heart, Commitment and Purpose

Data Management & Analysis

Business Partnering

Skills Required:

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
2. Knowledget of the SAP financial system/ Workday Cumulus will be an added advantage

Experience & Special Certification(s):

Degree in Accountancy, with minimum 7 years of working experience

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About National Council of Social Service

NCSS is the umbrella body for over 500 member social service agencies in Singapore. Its mission is to provide leadership and direction in enhancing the capabilities and capacity of our members, advocating for social service needs, and strengthening strategic partnerships, for an effective social service ecosystem. Community Chest and Social Service Institute (SSI) are part of NCSS. For more information visit www.ncss.gov.sg

About your application process

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If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Council of Social Service or the wider Public Service.