Deputy Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

The Office of Finance (OFIN) supports the University in planning and executing sound financial management in fulfillment of the University’s mission; implementing and maintaining a robust financial framework that supports management in effective decision-making; providing fiscal stewardship of University’s resources; and ensuring financial governance and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Deputy Director will report to the Director, FP&A. Responsibilities • Lead a team of finance professionals to coordinate and consolidate the University‑wide budget, including departmental budgets managed through department cluster leads and finance partners. • Develop deep functional expertise and leadership capabilities amongst finance leads/partners so that they can support the operational finance strategy and performance standards for their respective areas of responsibility. • Has overall accountability for translating the University and Finance function’s long‑term objectives into coherent, actionable financial plans across departments, in partnership with finance leads and partners. • Plan and allocate resources to areas where they will most effectively contribute to long term goals. • Possess deep understanding of various internal operational processes related to finance within the University, benchmark best practices amongst higher educational institutions and drive continuous improvements. • Support capital / strategic initiatives with financial modelling. • The candidate will collaborate with other university corporate functions (including the Office of Human Resources to analyse manpower planning outcomes) and provide financial insights that support the University’s objectives. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accountancy with minimum 15 years of relevant experience in financial planning & analysis and budgeting • CA is a pre-requisite • Relevant work experience in a supervisory position. • Solid knowledge and experience in Audit Administration • Strong senior stakeholder management skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong analytical and problem solving abilities • Experience working in SAP HANA and Workday environments, including reporting or diagnostics, is advantageous. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Hiring Institution: NTU