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National Environment Agency

Executive Manager/ Assistant Director (Finance Services Department) – Contract

National Environment Agency

Fixed Terms

Closing in 5 day(s)

What the role is

We are seeking a forward-thinking accountant who combines traditional accounting expertise with digital transformation capabilities to help modernise our financial processes and systems.

What you will be working on

You will be responsible for the following:

  • Perform finance and accounting operations, including revenue accounting, payables, month-end closing, asset management, costing, reconciliations, and management reporting
  • Review and analyse existing financial processes and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement, digital enhancement, and automation

  • Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across finance, IT teams and other departments to gather requirements, implement solutions and validate proposed changes
  • Ensure all improvements and digital solutions comply with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
  • Train and support team members in adopting new digital tools and processes while managing change effectively

What we are looking for

Requirements:

  • A Degree in Accountancy or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

  • Strong understanding of financial processes and controls with experience in process mapping and analysis

  • Knowledge of automation solutions and digital workflow

  • Experience with data analytical and business intelligence tools and programming languages is advantageous

  • Strong project management skills and change management capabilities

  • Good analytical and problem-solving abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time

  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team

Applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

About National Environment Agency

The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations. For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg

About your application process

This job is closing in 5 day(s).

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 Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.