Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Manager/Senior Manager (Financial Accounting)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 05 May 2026

What the role is

You will be part of a team to perform and oversee a wide range of finance operations in MPA to ensure that financial accounting transactions and financial statements comply with Statutory Board Financial Reporting Standards (SB-FRS), Government Instruction Manuals (IM), Financial Circulars (FC), Finance Circular Minutes (FCM), legislative requirements and organisational policies. You will also review and implement effective financial processes and systems to enable accurate recording of financial transactions in accordance with SB-FRS, IM, FC and FCM. In addition, you will drive data analytics through application of analysis tools and techniques on financial information to assess financial implication and financial viability

What you will be working on

Working in the Financial Accounting Department within Finance, Procurement & Admin Division, you will be responsible for the following:

Perform finance and accounting functions, including but not limited to month end and year-end closing, fixed assets accounting and management reporting
Review, formulate and administer quality service standards, finance-related policies, guidelines, internal controls, work procedures, accounting practices and system enhancements that are relevant and compliant with Government IM so as to ensure accurate and reliable information for reporting
Review monthly schedules, audit schedules and assist in internal audits and annual statutory audits
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on financial reporting and audit related matters
Be responsible for the accounting and management of fixed assets, to ensure timely and accurate records of capital expenditures, fixed assets and depreciation.
Handle tax filing of GST returns and work with tax consultants/IRAS on tax matters
Conduct analysis of financial performance, identify anomalies and potential risks, and provide recommendations for improvement.
Identify areas to leverage technology and develop capabilities to improve work processes and insights for financial analysis.

What we are looking for

The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

Background in Accountancy or be registered as a Chartered Accountant with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants
Preferably with at least three years of experience in financial accounting, knowledge and application of internal control frameworks, regulations and policies to strengthen governance and control

Possess strong knowledge of the relevant accounting standards and Acts e.g. GST Act, SB-FRS
Good team player and meticulous with numbers
Independent and self-driven with the ability to multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and perform under pressure and tight timelines
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Effective stakeholder management, communication and interpersonal skills to co-create solutions
Prior experience in Workday will be an added advantage

About your application process

This job is closing on 05 May 2026.

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 Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.

About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests. MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative. MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."

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