Assistant Director Finance Planning
Job Summary
The Assistant Director (Finance & Planning) will oversee financial operations, including Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and Fixed Assets. This role leads annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to ensure organizational sustainability and compliance. The position also supports audit committee functions, strengthens financial governance, and drives process improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Manage Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and Fixed Assets
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Oversee statutory reporting and audit compliance
- Drive financial governance and process improvements
Required Skills
- Degree in Finance/Accountancy
- 8-10 years finance experience
- Leadership and supervisory skills
- Knowledge of accounting standards
- Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems
Job Details
Job Responsibilities:
Finance – Accounts Payable, Staff Claims and Fixed Assets:
- Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payments are made to vendors and staff.
- Oversee financial operations relating to Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, staff claims and month-end closing activities.
- Review and approve selected high-value, complex or sensitive financial transactions.
- Provide guidance on operational finance matters and support financial closing, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Review operational workflows and internal controls to enhance efficiency and governance.
Finance – General Ledger, Financial Closing & Statutory Reporting:
- Oversee monthly financial closing and reporting submissions to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Support presentation and analysis of financial results to Management and the Board.
- Review yearly financial reporting and coordinate audit-related matters.
- Oversee statutory reporting, including GST, annual accounts, and regulatory filings.
- Strengthen financial reporting processes and internal controls.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Sustainability:
- Lead annual budgeting and forecast exercises, including consolidation and analysis.
- Prepare financial analysis and budget recommendations to Management.
- Lead costing reviews for projects and strategic initiatives.
- Provide recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and resource optimization.
Financial Governance:
- Support the Audit Committee (AC) regarding meetings, audit matters, and remediation actions.
- Review and strengthen finance SOPs and governance processes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives relating to finance operations.
Other Assignments:
- Lead or support finance-related projects and system enhancements.
- Support procurement governance and policy alignment.
Job Requirements:
- Degree in Accountancy, Finance or related discipline with 8–10 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in financial operations, budgeting, reporting, and governance.
- Prior experience in a supervisory or operational leadership capacity is advantageous.
- Experience in the public sector or publicly funded organizations is an advantage.
- Good knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).