Organization : Accountant General’s Department
Type of Facility : AGD Accountancy Scholarship
Country: Singapore
Website : https://www.agd.gov.sg/
Apply Now : https://www.pscgateway.gov.sg/inter/
AGD Accountancy Scholarship
If you are looking to have a hand in shaping finance and accounting policies in the Civil Service, we offer scholarships for those seeking to achieve greater heights in a rewarding career with AGD.
Related : Auditor General’s Office AGO Auditing Service Scholarship Singapore : www.statusin.org/9002.html
Details of our scholarship are as follows:
Choice of Study:
** Accountancy
Universities:
** Nanyang Technological University
** National University of Singapore
** Singapore Management University
Value of Award:
** Tuition Fees
** Hostel Fees (where applicable)
** Maintenance and other allowances
** Support for student exchange program
Academic Requirements:
** GCE “A” Levels or its equivalent
Other Requirements:
** Strong leadership qualities and potential
** Keen interest to pursue a career with AGD
** Good co-curricular activities (CCA) records
FAQ :
What is the difference in roles between AGO and the Accountant-General’s Department (AGD)?
AGD is a department under the Ministry of Finance (MOF). It is headed by the Accountant-General who is in effect the “Chief Financial Officer” of the Government. AGO is an organ of state headed by the Auditor-General, and is the “External Auditor” of the Government.
Does AGO act on feedback or complaints from the public including whistle-blowing?
AGO welcomes feedback or complaints including whistle-blowing that relate to loss or potential loss of public funds; for example, on practices that may point to non-compliance with financial and procurement rules, waste and extravagance, and suspected misappropriation or fraud.
Does AGO audit all statutory boards?
The Acts of most statutory boards provide for the audit of their accounts by AGO or another auditor appointed by the Minister concerned in consultation with the Auditor-General. In addition, the Minister for Finance has, under section 4(4) of the Audit Act, directed that the Auditor-General may carry out selective audits of statutory boards.
AGO audits the financial statements of three statutory boards annually and conducts selective audits of the other statutory boards in rotation.
Is AGO subject to audit?
Yes, AGO is audited by commercial auditors. On top of the external audit, AGO is audited by its Internal Audit Unit which reports directly to the Auditor-General.
What legislation governs AGO’s duties and responsibilities?
AGO’s duties and responsibilities are governed primarily by the Constitution of the Republic of Singapore and the Audit Act. The laws of most statutory boards allow for their audit by the Auditor-General. Click here for more details on AGO’s audit authority.
How is the independence of the Auditor-General preserved?
The Auditor-General is appointed by the President and not by the Government whose accounts are subject to his audit. There are also provisions in the Constitution of the Republic of Singapore to protect his independence. For example, the Auditor-General can only be removed under specific circumstances and subject to adjudication by an independent panel of judges. This ensures that the Auditor-General is able to audit without fear or favour.
Contact Info:
Accountant-General’s Department
100 High Street #06-01
The Treasury
Singapore 179434
Fax : +65 6332 7678
Email : agd_mailbox AT agd.gov.sg
Office hours:
Mondays to Fridays – 8:30am to 12:30pm, 1:30pm to 6:00pm.
We are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.