About this role
This role is deployed to AISG and is a 2-year full time contract.
Key Responsibilities include:
• Monitor all grants managed by AISG to ensure availability and grant compliance
• Ensure all financial procedures align with university policies and support year-end audit/tax filing processes
• Ensure SOPs are properly documented
• 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
• Prepare periodic grant expense claim reports and management reports for Senior Management
• Coordinate with research teams for budgeting and financial reporting purposes
• Liaise with internal and external auditors on the grant certification audit & year end audit
• Mentor, guide and motivate staff
• Identify training needs and opportunities for staff
Requirements
• 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.
Hiring Institution: NTU