ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)
The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here .
NIE invites applicants to join the Finance Department as an Executive. This is a 3-year contract position.
Executive (Finance Department) [NIE]
Responsibilities
You will be part of the team which handles research grant-related financial matters for the Institute. Your responsibilities will include:
- Administer research grants and projects.
- Payment processing of vendors’ invoices to ensure purchases are in accordance with rules and regulations of funding agencies.
- Payment processing of transport and general staff claims.
- Responding timely to enquiries pertaining to research grant financial matters.
- Assisting in the design, implementation and review of financial processes, policies and guidelines for continuous improvements, through streamlining and automation.
- Handling ad hoc duties as assigned.
Requirements
- A Polytechnic Diploma in Accountancy or its equivalent.
- 2 or 3 years of working experience in accounting.
- Organized and meticulous in handling numbers and data.
- An effective team player with a positive working attitude and is willing to learn and adapt, with problem-solving skills.
- Good organizational and communication skills, ability to prioritise, plan and multi-task and deliver assignments to adhere to timelines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel pivot tables and formulas.
- Experience in SAP would be an added advantage.
Closing Date
The closing date of the advertisement is 5 April 2024.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Other Information
NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of seats.
Hiring Institution: NIE
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