Corporate Planning, Finance & HR Manager

Ngee Ann Academy (NAA) is a leading private education institution (PEI) that partners with prestigious and top-ranking universities across the world to provide best-in-class tertiary education in Singapore since 1998.

About the Role

The Corporate Planning, Finance & Human Resources Manager plays a strategic role in integrating corporate planning, financial sustainability, and people management to support the Institution’s long-term objectives.

The role provides a macro-level perspective of institutional performance by aligning quality partnerships, sustainable financial modelling, governance compliance, and human capital development, in accordance with EduTrust requirements and organisational strategy.

Job Description & Responsibilities

1. Corporate planning for compliance, and organisational effectiveness in alignment with business objectives and the effectiveness of systems and processes for continual improvement.

1. Manage day-to-day accounting and financial operations in compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
2. Lead the annual budget exercise, prepare financial forecasts and management reports, and support ongoing budget monitoring and reviews with the CEO & Department Heads.
3. Manage statutory filings including GST, Corporate Income Tax, CPF, IR8A and liaise with external auditors for annual audits.
4. Prepare management accounts, cash flow projections, and financial analysis to support strategic planning, decision‑making, and financial sustainability.
5. Oversee corporate secretarial and governance matters, including preparation of Board resolutions and statutory filings.

1. Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and practices in compliance with Singapore regulatory requirements and organisational needs.
2. Manage staff recruitment, payroll, employment contracts, and HR administration.
3. Plan and administer Staff Satisfaction Surveys, analyse results, and report findings with actionable recommendations to management.
4. Oversee performance management, training, and staff development programmes to build organisational capability and support institutional objectives.
5. Track, analyse, and report People Development Outcomes, including training effectiveness and performance improvement.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• ACCA and/or CPA preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ of relevant work experience in a similar capacity
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, budgeting, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to translate financial and operational data into strategic insights
• Strong analytical, planning, and stakeholder management skills
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential financial and HR information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Able to start work immediately or on short notice