Senior Accountant, Finance (2 Year Contract)

JOB DESCRIPTION
 

Puchase Approval

• Review and assess the reasonableness of approval papers for purchases and budget top-ups, ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs and requirements, providing guidance and support throughout the procurement process.
• Ensure proper governance for purchases, including compliance with procurement regulations and internal controls.
• Approve purchase requisitions/purchase orders and payments in accordance with established guidelines and budget allocations.
• Evaluate the financial assessment of shortlisted vendors, negotiating terms and conditions to achieve optimal value for the organization.
• Manage the financial aspects of community-related events, including budgeting, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting.
• Assist in updating and maintaining finance policies, workflows, and working instructions to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
• Participate in system enhancements/implementations, including user acceptance testing (UAT), to align with new statutory or operational requirements. System change include procurement system and SAP FICO.
• Assist in assigning and tracking approved budgets for furniture, fittings, and equipment, as well as fixed asset management.
• Provide secretariat support to WHPL Executive Council (EXCO)
• Perform any other ad hoc duties as assigned.

WoodlandsHealth Fund Pte Ltd (WHFL)

• Responsible in the budgets, financial reporting, grant management, overseeing audits, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing financial analysis to support decision making.
• Cultivate donor relations, provide fundraising support, and collaborate with program managers to allocate funds effectively.
• To prepare presentation slides for delivery to board members.
• To manage banking matters and participates in charity programmes committee.
• To ensure strong governance and compliance to the Charities Act
• Provide secretariat support to WHFL Board meeting including administrative tasks and minutes taking.
• Perform any other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirement

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant working experience.
• Previous experience in finance or procurement roles, with a focus on purchases and payments management.
• Experience with charity fund management will be advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess financial data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Familiarity with procurement processes, financial regulations, and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and experience with procurement systems and SAP FICO preferred.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.