Job Description

What the role is:
You will be part of the Finance Business Partners (FBPs) team in MND Finance. The FBPs are the first point-of-contact to SB/HQ Divisions, ensuring funding decisions, policies and processes achieve optimal outcomes, and comply with the Government Instruction Manual and internal guidelines, finance operations are processed accurately and in a timely manner. You will also be involved in reviewing FBP SOPs to ensure that good practices are implemented across FBPs.
What you will be working on:
The key scope of work are the following: o To partner and provide finance advice to SB/HQ Divisions, for more upstream solutioning o Partner SB/HQ Divisions with an end-to-end view of finance processes (including budget requirements, payment and collections, fixed assets management) to drive higher finance service standards o Review SB/HQ Divisions' submission of returns (including seeking clarifications on SB/HQ Divisions' submissions before sending to Finance Policy for collation and submission to Central Agencies (i.e. MOF/AGD, PSD) o Collaborate and work with SB/HQ Divisions to upskill relevant officers with basic finance knowledge (including conducting customized training and briefings on finance processes) o Involve in the implement/use of technology to streamline and automate finance processes for better operational efficiency o Liaise with SB/HQ Divisions on audit matters (if any) o Undertake ad hoc projects assigned as part of staff development
What we are looking for:

• Degree holder, with preference in Accountancy, Business, Finance or related discipline o 3-5 years of relevant working experience, with preference in Public Sector experience o Strong analytical and writing skills o Positive working attitude, meticulous and organised o Good interpersonal skills and able to communicate with stakeholders at all levels. o Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities Functional Competencies: o Financial Reporting - Intermediate o Financial Operations and Controls - Intermediate o Value-for-Money and Resource Optimisation - Basic o Budget Planning and Administration - Intermediate o Corporate Finance - Basic o Governance and Risk Management - Intermediate o Data Analytics and Visualisation - Intermediate o Business Partnering - Intermediate

About Ministry of National Development:
The Ministry of National Development (MND), the lead government agency responsible for land use planning and infrastructure development, aims to transform Singapore into an endearing home and a distinctive global city. At MND, we aspire to create a quality, vibrant and sustainable living environment for our people. We also strive to shape Singapore into a world-class city of knowledge, culture and excellence - one which keeps pace with global challenges and the rising aspirations of Singaporeans. Our Vision: An Endearing Home, A Distinctive Global City Our Mission: Develop world-class infrastructure Create a vibrant and sustainable living environment Build rooted and cohesive communities