The Assistant Manager will provide financial and administrative support for research-related projects and ensure compliance with financial regulations and institutional policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial support for applied research projects
  • Prepare and ensure timely submission of grant claims
  • Liaise with grantors on grant claim and audit matters
  • Liaise with internal and external auditors on research grant
  • Liaise with other stakeholders within SIT on grant claim and audit
  • Ensure proper accounting of project expenses and government grants
  • Maintenance of project budget in the account system
  • Prepare financial reports requested by external grantors

• Prepare the annual budget submission on Research Grant projections and monitor budget utilisation
• Assist in the annual budget exercise for Applied Research Centres and research projects
• Ensure compliance and corporate policies as well as accounting standards and GST regulations and relevant Acts
• Assist in any other ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Assistant Director (Finance), Deputy Director (Finance) or Associate VP (Finance)

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Accountancy with at least 2-3 years of relevant working experience preferred. Fresh graduates with relevant experience may also be considered.
• Previous experience in handling research grants administration will be an advantage.
• Preferably with hands-on experience in ERP accounting software such as SAP, Oracle or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (FRS).
• Possess good understanding of internal controls, governance and risk awareness.
• Meticulous, analytical, and dynamic, with a keen eye for detail.