Role Purpose
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public-sector R&D agency. We collaborate with public and private partners to drive economic growth, build new industries, and improve lives through scientific advancement and innovation. A*STAR is recognized by many accountancy organizations: ISCA, ACCA, CPA Australia, and ICAEW.
The appointed Senior Manager/Manager will support ASTAR's finance transformation agenda by driving financial governance, policy development, strategic planning, grants administration and budget management initiatives across A*STAR. The role will work closely with stakeholders across ASTAR, Whole-of-Government agencies and funding bodies to strengthen financial stewardship, streamline governance frameworks and support organisational transformation.
Job Responsibilities
Strategic Initiatives, Policy & Governance
- Support finance-related strategic initiatives, including cross-agency funding, budgeting and governance programmes.
- Review and develop financial policies, approval authorities, governance frameworks and procedural documents.
- Support the assessment of policy implications arising from changes in Government requirements and organisational priorities.
- Prepare and review policy papers, funding proposals and submissions for management and external stakeholders.
- Develop implementation plans, guidance materials and stakeholder engagement initiatives to support policy execution.
- Provide financial analysis, governance advice and recommendations to support decision-making.
Planning and Business Partnering
- Support annual budgeting, medium-term expenditure planning and funding exercises.
- Analyse funding requirements, utilisation trends and financial performance to support resource allocation decisions.
- Support RIE and other national funding exercises through financial analysis and scenario planning.
- Monitor budget utilisation and partner management and stakeholders to provide financial insights, policy interpretation and advisory support on financial governance matters.
- Facilitate discussions and alignment across corporate functions, research entities and external agencies.
- Prepare management reports, presentations and briefing materials for senior leadership.
Job Requirements
- Qualification in Accountancy/ ACCA
- Preferably at least 3 years of relevant experience in FP&A, finance, budgeting, governance, policy or operations.
- Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High learning agility, adaptability and perseverance.
- Able to manage multiple priorities, work independently and deliver results under tight timelines.
- Meticulous, organised and resourceful.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, SAC, Power BI or AI tools will be advantageous.