"Associate Director, FP&A and Reporting, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy"

Job Description

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Finance and serving as an integral member of the FP &A team serving the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy. The Associate Director plays a critical role in consolidation of financial data, produce executive reports, and drive faculty-wide financial transparency and actionable analysis.

The Associate Director will be responsible for the development of the management reporting strategy and contribute to the development of the organization’s strategic goals. In addition to the strategic components, the Associate Director will be leading the development, analysis, and distribution of management reports for senior leadership and department heads. This position ensures accurate and timely financial insights to drive data-informed decision-making, budgeting, and strategic planning.

Moving beyond transactional management, this position is pivotal in shaping the School's financial health and sustainability. The role serves as the financial advisor to the Governing Board, Finance Committee and Executive Committee (EXCO), translating complex financial data into actionable strategic insights. A key mandate is to champion a culture of continuous improvement by leading and supporting automation and process optimization initiatives across the School's Finance functions. The Associate Finance Director is measured not merely on accounting accuracy, but on the tangible impact of their strategic counsel and their success in enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting:
  • Strategic Financial Planning, analysis & Reporting: Lead long-term financial planning, analysis and annual financial report for reporting to Finance Committee & Governing Board.
  • Reporting & Compliance: Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports for faculty leadership and stakeholders (e.g. Budget utilization and fund balance)
  • Subject analysis and business insights: Lead business insights and recommendations for income/cost optimization and financial strategy.
  • Benchmarking & Best Practices: Drive Research and implement industry best practices in cost management and

About Us section: Join the National University of Singapore (NUS) Finance Team – Where Innovation Meets Excellence. At NUS, the Office of Finance stands as a dynamic and strategic partner, driving financial sustainability and operational excellence. Our team plays a crucial role in overseeing financial planning, optimising resources, and enabling the University’s ambition and innovation. We are at the forefront of formulating, reviewing, and analysing the University’s operating, strategic, and capital budgets. Through strong governance, robust financial processes, and cutting-edge systems, we ensure every dollar is put to its best use, fueling research, education, and transformation.

Why Join Us? Make an Impact: Play a key role in shaping financial strategies that influence the University’s growth and global standing. Growth & Development: We believe in continuous learning, offering mentorship, career development, and upskilling opportunities. Collaborative Culture: Join a high-performing team that values trust, innovation, and excellence. Finance Transformation: Be part of initiatives leveraging SAP S4 Hana, AI-driven analytics, and digital finance solutions to drive efficiency and future-ready finance operations.

If you are passionate about finance, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to be part of a team that drives meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you! Join us and be a part of shaping the future of finance at NUS! Website: https://www.nus.edu.sg/finance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nus-office-of-finance/