Senior Manager (Finance Shared Services CoE Project Management)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead and support strategic project management effort within the Finance Shared Services (FSS) Centre of Excellence (CoE), by:
Managing complex, cross-functional projects with strong governance and execution discipline
Optimizing systems and processes to enhance efficiency, scalability, and control
Fostering a culture of continuous improvement (CI) through innovation, collaboration, and capability building
Blending strong project management acumen, deep finance process knowledge, and technical proficiency to translate strategic objectives into tangible outcomes
The incumbent will report to the Senior Associate Director.
Responsibilities
Drive project leadership, ensuring all FSS-CoE projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic objectives
Provide project governance by managing project documentation and championing project management frameworks for efficient prioritization and resource allocation
Foster close collaboration with Business Process Owners, NUS IT Dept & Office of Finance - Projects, Applications and Data Intelligence team to align on key initiatives
Develop targeted training programs to support staff development and capability building
Lead FSS technology roadmap execution to deliver on FSS process enhancements, automation & technology priorities
Ensure system integrity & ROI by evaluating system change requests and conducting cost-benefit analyses for new system
Champion a CI culture by initiating and leading efforts to enhance business processes and control, elevate service delivery and productivity through automation and technology enablement
Leverage data and emerging technology (e.g., Power BI, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML)) to solve challenges and innovate FSS operations
Build collaborative relationships, ensuring alignment, gather input, and drive successful project execution through strong partnerships
Effectively communicate changes, new tools, and upskilling opportunities to ensure smooth adoption
Qualifications
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or equivalent qualifications
Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 certification is highly desirable
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in finance, shared services, or project management in a finance function
A proven track record of successfully delivering complex, cross-functional projects that drive organizational change and business benefits is essential
Deep and comprehensive understanding of core finance processes (e.g., Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), Record-to-Report (R2R))
Proficient in various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project), with hands-on experience in BI tools (Power BI) and familiarity with process automation technologies (RPA, low-code)
Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change, possess analytical skills, critical thinking and communication skill
The position is open to Singaporeans and Permanent Residents.
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: National University of Singapore
Department: Office of Finance
Employee Referral Eligible: Yes
Job requisition ID: 29800
Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Business Development and Sales
Industries: Higher Education; Education Administration Programs; Strategic Management Services
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