Head of Finance & IT
Job Summary
REACH Community Services Ltd. is seeking a Head of Department for Finance, Governance & IT to lead financial planning, governance, and technology modernization. This strategic and hands-on leadership role involves overseeing budgets, audits, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance while mentoring the finance team. Candidates with 8 to 10 years of relevant experience, particularly in the social service sector, are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Drive financial planning, resource allocation, and fund management
- Oversee corporate secretarial duties, governance standards, and compliance
- Manage IT systems, cybersecurity, procurement, and grant applications
- Partner with the CEO and leadership to shape financial strategy
- Build and mentor a high-performing Finance team
Required Skills
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
- 8-10 years of experience in finance, governance, and IT
- 5 years in a leadership role
- Knowledge of social service sector and statutory compliance
- Hands-on experience in budgeting, audits, and IT systems
Job Details
The Opportunity
Looking for a meaningful leadership role where your work transforms lives?
As Head of Department – Finance, Governance & IT, you will be at the heart of ensuring our organization runs with integrity, efficiency, and innovation. This role is both strategic and hands-on — you’ll shape financial plans, strengthen governance, and modernize systems, while actively managing budgets, audits, and operations. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact lives and communities, we want you on our team.
What You’ll Do
- Finance & Accounts: Drive financial planning and resource allocation, oversee fund management and audits, and deliver accurate reporting to the Board and Finance Committee.
- Corporate Secretarial: Ensure timely AGM preparation and regulatory filings and uphold governance standards including whistleblowing and conflict of interest frameworks.
- Operations Administration: Oversee IT systems and cybersecurity, lead procurement strategies, and manage vendor contracts and grant applications for cost-effective operations.
- Governance: Implement governance policies and collaborate with the Audit & RiskCommittee Chair to strengthen risk management and compliance.
- Strategic Partnership: Partner with the CEO and leadership team to shape financial strategy and advance digital transformation initiatives.
- Leadership & Compliance: Build and mentor a high-performing Finance team and serve as Data Protection Officer to ensure PDPA compliance.
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CFA) are an advantage.
- At least 8–10 years of experience in finance, governance, and IT operations, with 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of social service sector and statutory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management.
- Hands-on experience in budgeting, audits, procurement, and IT systems.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
- Only Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident need to apply