ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here.

NIE invites applicants to join the Finance Department as an Executive. This is a 3-year contract position.

Executive (Finance Department) [NIE]

Responsibilities

You will be part of the team which handles payments and other student-related financial matters for the institute. Your responsibilities will include:

• Administering Financial Aid schemes, e.g. PSEA, CPF, Mendaki, Tuition Fee loan, Study loan, scholarships and bursaries.
• Checking that payment transactions (e.g. supplier invoices, student claims) have appropriate certification and approvals before processing payments.
• Handling the financial accounts, preparing GST, audit schedules and financial statements for NIE Student Union.
• Responding timely to enquiries pertaining to student matters.
• Assisting in the design, implementation and review of financial processes, policies and guidelines for continuous improvements, through streamlining and automation.
• Handling ad hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A Polytechnic Diploma in Accountancy or its equivalent.
• 2 or 3 years of working experience in accounting.
• Organized and meticulous in handling numbers and data.
• A team player with a positive working attitude and is willing to learn and adapt.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel pivot tables and formulas.
• Experience in SAP would be an added advantage.
• Able to adhere to timelines.

Closing Date

The closing date of the advertisement is 3 January 2024.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to NIE campus.  This is subject to the availability of seats.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full spectrum of financial accounting and other financial reporting.
• Responsible for budgeting and forecasting processes that are performed in a timely manner.
• Responsible for ensuring that monthly, half-year, and annual reports and other financial reporting are delivered in line with deadlines.
• Oversee the analysis of organizational revenues, liabilities, assets, and other financial indicators to forecast short and medium-term performance.
• Managing cash management and other related activities.
• Review loan agreements to ensure that completeness and accuracy are in accordance with the company policy.
• Perform other duties like HR, admin, collection as well as credit risk, etc assigned by Management.

Requirements:

• Degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• At least 5 years of full set accounting experience
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Required Mandarin Language to provide consultation in Mandarin for Mandarin speaking counterparts.
• Experience in Credit underwriting or loan assessment will be advantage.
• Experience in lending industry will be advantage.

Additional:

• Mon to Fri: 1030am to 730pm
• Once a month saturday need to work: 1030am to 130pm

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

To apply, please visit www.gmprecruit.com and search for Job Reference: 23705

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