Singapore Grant Manager

Position Summary:

Our client is a leading MNC in the life sciences and manufacturing space, seeking a highly skilled and motivated Singapore Grant Manager. Reporting directly to the Head of APAC Tax, you will be responsible for managing government grants and incentives related to manufacturing and R&D activities in Singapore. The ideal candidate will have experience working with government agencies such as EDB, a strong background in finance, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments to optimise grant opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with senior management, including Global Operations, R&D, and Finance teams, to identify and optimise government grants and incentives.
2. Lead strategic and tactical discussions with government agencies (e.g., EDB) on grant applications, project submissions, and cash recovery processes.
3. Oversee the entire grant planning process to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely submission of grant applications.
4. Work closely with the APAC General Accounting team and FP&A to manage grant accruals and financial forecasting.
5. Provide regular updates and reports to senior executives and management on project milestones and the financial status of grants.
6. Ensure full compliance with all aspects of grant and incentive regulations, and resolve any issues in collaboration with relevant authorities.
7. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in government agencies and statutory boards.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 5-7 years of experience working with EDB and other government agencies on incentive and grant opportunities.
2. 3-5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or tax, preferably in MNCs or Big 4 firms.
3. Prior experience in working with external auditors and tax-incentivised companies.
4. Experience in the life sciences or manufacturing industries is a strong advantage.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
6. Ability to make decisions, handle unforeseen issues and effectively deal with ambiguity.
7. Strong communication skills (both written and oral), with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
8. A Bachelor's degree or higher.

How to Apply:

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Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to, therefore if you do not receive a response within 14 days please accept this as notification that you have not been shortlisted.

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