Senior Accountant

JOB TITLE
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT GL & REPORTING
WHO ARE WE?
Nexus is an empowering, learning-focused community. We strive to create an honest, open and innovative community with our learners, parents and peers. We believe that we have something unique and special here, we are proud to be different in the way we work; and how we teach and learn.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
At Nexus, we do things differently. Each member of staff is valued and recognised as a unique individual collaborating as part of a supportive community, to elevate one another with innovative ideas. Our strategies emerge from the collective positive mindsets of our colleagues. You will experience high levels of ownership and empowerment in your role.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job-holder, working closely with the School Principal, President and Management team, will be responsible for the overall management of the School’s accounting and financial operations which include the development of financial policies and procedures, planning and allocation of financial resources, accountability and control and financial and management reporting.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and oversee the Finance functions to provide smooth operation support for the School
Assist in the preparation of monthly management reporting and analysis of financial results for the Group
Assist in the preparation of monthly re-forecast
Assist with the preparation of Board Papers for Board Meetings
Assist with the development of the annual budget
Update the Risk Register
Prepare the quarterly GST filing
Prepare monthly journals and schedules
Prepare monthly reconciliations
Assist in month-end closing and year-end closing
Cash management and cash flow projections
Manage the Fixed Assets capitalization, tracking and tagging
Implement finance policies and procedures
Submit reports to Taylor School Office and Group Finance when requested
Submit reports to financial institutions
Evaluate, make recommendations, and develop department-wide financial internal control processes, while conforming to the School’s policies and procedures, and applicable statutory rules and regulations.
Ensure timely submission of reports to the regulatory bodies, e.g. IRAS, ACRA.
Liaising with external auditors, tax agents, bankers, insurers and statutory bodies
System implementation and process review
Engage stakeholders at all levels about financial matters
Involvement in whole school events and activities as required.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager/Finance Manager/Senior Management
Supervision
Supervise and direct staff in accordance with school’s policies and procedures
Prioritise, co-ordinate, and allocate work assignments to staff; provide coaching, training and resolve day-to-day problems and issues
To ensure Finance and Purchasing daily operation is effectively managed
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Possess a Degree in Accountancy or Professional Accounting qualifications in ACCA, CIMA or its equivalent.
At least eight (8) years of relevant working experience
Working experience in the education industry is preferred
External Audit experience will be an added advantage
Knowledge of SAP S4 Hana will be an added advantage
Nexus International School (Singapore) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our children and families. Nexus endorses the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which Singapore ratified on 11 December 2008, and establishes a clear policy and guidelines to protect our learners from maltreatment by any person or persons who come in contact with them in any environment.
Nexus International School (Singapore) is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and value the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our school.
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities, the role may be revised from time to time.
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