Job Description

The Research Administration function at Office of Finance supports stakeholders in the administration of Research grants held by the University. We provide financial advice and guidance to the Faculties/Schools, Research Institute & Centres as follows:

• On accounting and finance policies and reporting requirements.
• Ensure proper creation and maintenance of project accounts for reporting and compliance with grant terms and conditions.
• Oversee the administration and accounting of research funds.
• Provide support to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of grants awarded by funding agencies/grantors
• Support system implementation activities and process improvement projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance of project accounts for reporting and ensure compliance with grant terms and conditions.
• Provide financial advice and support to operating units.
• Provide the necessary support in the implementation of internal audit recommendations where applicable.
• Partner with various central finance officers as well as operating units in the implementation of relevant procedures / policies.
• Ensure timely submission of fund requisitions and grant disbursements.
• Monitor research project accounts to ensure timely closure and refunds to grantors upon project completion.
• Liaise with auditors for timely certification of fund requisitions.
• Participate in projects and assignments as may be directed from time to time.

Qualifications

• Possess a degree, preferably in Accountancy, Business Administration or equivalent awarded by a
• recognised University. (Candidates with a diploma in accountancy or equivalent will be considered)
• Good knowledge of SAP financial, project, fund and grant management systems would be an advantage.
• Have good, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Be meticulous, resourceful with positive work attitude.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Possess good interpersonal skills.
• Preferably with 2 to 3 years of relevant working experience (Candidates with less experience will be considered)

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: [[National University of Singapore]]

Department : [[Office of Finance - Research Admin]]

Employee Referral Eligible: Yes

Job requisition ID : 22146

National University of Singapore