Manager, Finance (AISG)

This role is deployed to AISG and is a 2-year full time contract.

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  Monitor all grants managed by AISG to ensure availability and grant compliance

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  Ensure all financial procedures align with university policies and support year-end audit/tax filing processes

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  Ensure SOPs are properly documented

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  Manage research project financial data and system to ensure timely and accurate grant submission in accordance with the NTU policies and processes, grant T&C and harmonised guidelines

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  Prepare periodic grant expense claim reports and management reports for Senior Management

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  Coordinate with research teams for budgeting and financial reporting purposes

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  Liaise with internal and external auditors on the grant certification audit & year end audit

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  Mentor, guide and motivate staff

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  Identify training needs and opportunities for staff

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CA/CPA/ACCA preferred

• 8–10 years of finance experience, with at least 5 years in research grant finance (university / research institute / public sector)

• Strong experience managing high‑volume research grants, including budgeting, utilisation monitoring, claims, and compliance with grant T&Cs and harmonised guidelines

• Proven ability to support grant certification audits and year‑end audits, and liaise with internal and external auditors

• Hands‑on experience with finance and research grant systems and strong financial reporting skills

• Experience supervising and mentoring staff, and working closely with researchers and senior management

• Detail‑oriented, organised, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced research environment

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.