Manager/Assistant Manager, Research and Innovation Fund Management

We are seeking an experienced finance professional to join our dynamic team as a Manager/Assistant Manager in Research and Innovation Fund Management. This role is crucial in providing comprehensive financial oversight, management, and strategic support for SGH's research and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Oversight & Strategy:

• Assist the Research and Innovation Director and Deputy Director to oversee and manage RIO's finances and funds
• Provide financial analysis to support senior management decision-making
• Monitor utilization and project cashflow to optimize resource management for various research and innovation initiatives
• Develop funding proposals for strategic grants and/or initiatives

Fund Management:

• Manage the NMRC Centre Grant (CG) funds, including coordinating with Research and Innovation Peaks and Enablers
• Work with investigators to prepare project costings and budgets
• Track hiring requisitions for research/innovation-funded positions
• Monitor compliance with grant terms and conditions

Stakeholder Management and Leadership:

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Investigators, innovators, Peaks/Enablers, HR and Finance)
• Manage relationships and liaise with external funding agencies
• Supervise and mentor a team of executives in fund management

Administrative Oversight:

• Review purchase requisitions and claims
• Ensure compliance with institutional guidelines and funding regulations
• Coordinate implementation of systems and policies

Required Qualifications/Preferred Experience:

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
• Minimum 6 years of relevant research or innovation finance/accounting/administration experience
• Proven track record in financial/grant planning and analysis
• Experience working with national grant funding agencies
• Proficiency in SAP systems

Essential Qualities:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Leadership capabilities and team management experience
• Proactive approach to process improvement