NTU SINGAPORE

Divisional Head (Deputy Director), Shared Services Finance

NTU Main Campus, Singapore Full time

Join Our Team as Divisional Head (Deputy Director), Shared Services Finance at NTU!

Key Purpose: The Divisional Head (Deputy Director), Shared Services Finance will reimagine and lead the next-generation finance shared services model for the University. As a senior finance leader, the role will shape a future-ready, insight-driven and digitally enabled finance organisation, balancing scale, standardisation and control with agility, innovation and stakeholder-centricity. The role partners closely with the Office of Finance, and the stakeholders to position Shared Services Finance as a strategic enabler.

This role also leads the shift from function-based accounting to an integrated process ownership model. You will oversee the evolution of our financial operations into streamlined P2P, OTC, and RTR workflows.

About NTU Shared Services: NTU Shared Services is dedicated to providing high-quality, efficient, and innovative support services to the university community. Our goal is to enhance the operational effectiveness of NTU through streamlined processes and exceptional service delivery.

Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute the vision and strategy for Finance Shared Services, driving standardisation, simplification, and scalability. Lead a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and service excellence.

  • Oversee end-to-end finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general accounting, and financial reporting. Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and audit requirements.

  • Drive automation, robotics, and analytics initiatives. Partner with IT to implement and optimise finance systems, championing data-driven insights.

  • Lead, motivate, and develop the finance team. Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture and manage change for new processes and technologies.

  • Strengthen internal controls and risk management. Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and regulations, partnering with audit and regulators.

Requirements:

  • Relevant degree in finance, accounting, or a related field with minimum 15 years of relevant experience.

  • Experience in digitally transforming end‑to‑end finance process models (P2P, OTC, RTR) in a shared services or complex organisation.

  • Practical, technical, and specialized knowledge in finance operations and compliance. Strong digital literacy skills.

  • Significant experience in finance leadership roles, with a track record of driving operational excellence and innovation.

  • Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to manage change effectively and work collaboratively with stakeholders.

  • High-performing, engaged, and adaptable to change.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU