Toa Payoh - Director, Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis)

apartmentAgency for Science, Technology and Research placeToa Payoh scheduleFull-time calendar_month8/5/25

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector R&D agency. Through open innovation, we collaborate with our partners in both the public and private sectors to benefit the economy and society. A*STAR’s research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore, and enhances lives by improving societal outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and sustainability.

A*STAR is recognised by many accountancy organisations: Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) for the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), a Recognised Employer Partner with CPA Australia and others. It reaffirms our commitment to excellence in professional development, and to fostering the growth of our employees in the field of Finance and Accounting.

Job Description

As the FP&A Director reporting to Chief Financial Officer at A*STAR, you will play a critical role in driving financial planning and analysis functions across the organization. You will be responsible for providing strategic financial insights, supporting decision-making processes, and ensuring the financial health of A*STAR.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the financial planning and analysis functions including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
Lead the team in collaborating with business units to create comprehensive financial plans that create impact through strategic initiatives.
Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior management, including early alerts on potential areas of concerns.
Provide leadership in driving efforts to strategically incorporate technology to enhance operational process efficiency and staff productivity.
Provide mentorship and curate development opportunities for staff to expand both their capacity and capability.
Support ad-hoc projects and initiatives as needed.

Job Requirements

Preferably with a professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA or equivalent)
Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of data analytics and data visualization tools is advantageous
Able to stay updated on regulatory changes and emerging trends to anticipate future challenges and opportunities.
Able to work independently and in a team to deliver outcomes in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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