Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore

Finance & Corporate Services Manager

Fixed Terms

Closing on 30 Oct 2025

What the role is

About SAFCo

The Singapore Sustainable Aviation Company (SAFCo) is a mission-driven entity supporting Singapore’s national SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) policy. SAFCo manages SAF levy collection, procures SAF to meet regulated demand, and develops the voluntary SAF market. As a lean and agile startup, SAFCo is building foundational capabilities to ensure operational excellence, transparency, and credibility in the SAF ecosystem.

Role overview
The Finance & Admin Manager will support SAFCo’s operational and financial backbone, working closely with the Director of Operations to ensure financial discipline, administrative efficiency, and corporate governance. This role is ideal for a finance professional ready to expand into broader operational responsibilities in a dynamic startup environment.

What you will be working on

Financial Management & Controls

Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely reporting to CAAS and internal stakeholders.
Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly utilization reports.
Ensure expenditures are aligned with approved budgets and corporate policies.
Coordinate with external auditors and internal audit teams to support statutory and internal audits.
Implement and maintain internal financial controls and risk management processes.

Office & Corporate Services Management

Oversee day-to-day office operations, including facilities, IT systems, and administrative support.
Support HR-related functions such as recruitment coordination, payroll administration, and onboarding.
Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements, including statutory filings and documentation.
Liaise with outsourced service providers (e.g., legal, IT, corporate secretary) to ensure smooth operations.

Cross-Functional Support & Capability Building

Provide operational support to the Director of Operations across finance, admin, and corporate services.
Contribute to marketing, communications, and other cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Help build and refine operational systems and processes to support SAFCo’s growth and agility.
Support business continuity planning and data governance efforts.

What we are looking for

Experience: 10+ years in finance, audit, or corporate services, preferably in government-linked entities or regulated industries.
Skills: Strong foundation in financial controls, budgeting, and office management. Familiarity with public sector reporting frameworks is a plus.
Mindset: Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, operational discipline, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Growth Orientation: Eager to expand beyond traditional finance roles into broader operational and strategic responsibilities.
Agility: Comfortable multi-hatting and working in a lean, fast-paced startup environment.

Why Join SAFCo?

Be part of a pioneering team shaping Singapore’s sustainable aviation future.
Grow your career in a dynamic, purpose-driven startup.
Work closely with leadership and contribute to high-impact initiatives.

About your application process

This job is closing on 30 Oct 2025.

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 Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.

About Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore's raison d'etre is to develop the air hub and aviation industry in Singapore, expanding Singapore's links to the rest of the world. We enable opportunities through aviation, making connections, opening doors and enabling choices in people's lives.

Learn more about Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore