Job Description

What the role is:You formulate, develop and review financial and management accounting policies, as well as put in place processes and procedures to ensure efficient and effective MINDEF-wide financial reporting to senior management and the Accountant General\'s Department.What you will be working on:You also carry out financial analysis, which involves developing and applying financial models and tools, and costing methodologies, on various areas of defence expenditures to provide meaningful performance measurements and support resource decision making. Your challenge lies in explaining the financial implications from both strategic and operational perspectives.What we are looking for:You must have a tertiary qualification in accountancy, finance, economics or a related field, preferably with 2 years\' work experience in financial and management accounting. You should be a self-starter and a strong team player. Possession of good communication and interpersonal skills is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. (Applicants with no experience may apply.) Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.About MINDEF:The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore\'s peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF\'s mission and ensure Singapore\'s security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.

Ministry of Defence