Senior Manager / Manager (Finance Transformation)

As a Senior Manager / Managerwithin the Finance and Procurement department at the Health Sciences Authority in Singapore, you will play a pivotal role in driving the transformation of financial processes and systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic evolution of the organisation's finance function, ensuring it aligns with modern best practices and supports the Authority's core mission effectively. You will be at the forefront of implementing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and strategic insight within the finance and procurement domains.

About the Role

You will lead key initiatives focused on the Finance Transformation agenda, collaborating closely with stakeholders across the organisation. Your expertise will be crucial in designing, implementing, and managing changes to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and procurement processes. This involves working with internal teams and potentially external partners to leverage technology and process improvements, ultimately delivering a more robust and forward-looking finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and management of finance transformation projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and implement strategies to modernise financial processes, systems, and controls.
• Collaborate with finance, procurement, and IT teams to identify opportunities for automation, efficiency gains, and enhanced data analytics.
• Provide expert guidance and support to operational teams during process changes and system implementations.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of financial policies, procedures, and reporting frameworks.
• Monitor and report on the progress and outcomes of transformation initiatives, ensuring successful delivery.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field.
• Extensive experience (typically 8-12 years) in finance, accounting, or a related role, with a proven track record in finance transformation, process improvement, or system implementation.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and projects within a finance or procurement environment.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in relevant financial software, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.
• A commitment to continuous learning and adapting to evolving financial technologies and methodologies.