Head of Finance

If you believe healthcare is about human connection, empathy, and service, this is an opportunity to build a fulfilling career while making a real difference in the lives of residents.

This is a strategic role requiring a strong financial background, sound judgment, and leadership skills to support sustainable growth and governance.

Responsibilities:

1. Financial Leadership:

• Direct, control and manage the accounting functions of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) with good internal controls in place. Manage and review the monthly accounting close of AP and AR teams to ensure timely, accurate and reliable financial information on management reports.
• Lead the development and implementation of financial strategies aligned with the organization’s goals. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Timely preparation of the financial reports, submission of reports to funding agencies & statutory boards and quarterly filing of GST returns to IRAS.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and other financial institutions.

1. Board & Stakeholders Engagement:

• Prepare and present financial and operational reports to the Chairman and Board. Analyze financial performance and advise the Chairman and Board on risks, opportunities, and strategic financial planning.
• Support the Chairman and CEO in investment analysis, and high-level decision-making. Represent the organization in external audits and stakeholder meetings as needed.
• Undertake ad hoc assignments, functions and related duties when required.

1. Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, labour laws, and corporate governance standards. Review, improve and strengthen the internal controls and process improvement.
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks and maintain oversight of insurance coverage and risk exposure.
• Liaise with internal & external auditors and oversee statutory financial year-end audit.

1. Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance and admin teams to build capacity and performance. Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CFA, with at least more than 15 years of finance experience preferably in healthcare, social or community care sectors with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of financial management and corporate governance.
• Demonstrated leadership, team management, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and commitment to excellence.