Accounting Officer

Veolia; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Hospitalization Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Volunteer Leave

Exam Leave

Job summary

Veolia is looking for a Finance professional based in Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, to manage financial control and reporting. The ideal candidate will handle project accounting, budgeting, cash flow management, and compliance with financial standards.

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3–5 years of relevant experience are required. The role offers medical insurance and various leaves. Veolia is committed to diversity and welcomes all applications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of Hong Kong tax regulations.
• Proactive attitude toward problem-solving under tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project accounting records and financial analysis.
• Monitor project expenditure and track contract variations.
• Prepare regular cash flow forecasts and manage project invoicing.
• Ensure compliance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards.
• Assist Finance Manager in preparing annual budgets and forecasts.
• Support ad hoc tasks directed by the Finance Manager.

Skills

Accounting principles

Project costing methods

ERP software (SAP or Oracle)

MS Excel

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Member or final-stage student of a recognized accounting body

Job description

Job Description

• Financial Control & Reporting: Maintain a full set of books, project accounting records, and ledger balances; prepare timely month‑end closing, financial analysis, and monthly variance reports against budgeted capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating expenses (OPEX).
• Project Cost Control: Monitor project expenditure, track contract variations, review subcontractor payment applications, and audit heavy equipment or plant‑specific procurement spending.
• Cash Flow Management: Handle daily treasury functions, manage project invoicing, and prepare regular cash flow forecasts alongside aging analysis for accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Compliance & Audit: Ensure all financial transactions strictly align with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (HKFRS) and internal group control policies; coordinate internal and external parties including auditors and tax advisors.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist the Finance Manager in preparing annual budgets, quarterly rolling forecasts, and long‑term financial modeling for site operations.
• Support ad hoc tasks or assignments directed by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline.
• Member or final‑stage student of a recognized professional accounting body (e.g., HKICPA, ACCA, CPA Australia).

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably gained within construction, waste management, joint ventures, or heavy utility/engineering project environments.
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles, project costing methods, and Hong Kong tax regulations. High familiarity with major ERP software systems (such as SAP or Oracle) and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Strong command of written and spoken English, with the ability to collaborate effectively across local project sites and corporate head office teams.
• Strong analytical mindset, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive attitude toward problem‑solving under tight monthly reporting schedules.

Benefits

• Medical and Hospitalization Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Volunteer Leave
• Exam Leave

Location: Quarry Bay

We offer an attractive remuneration package to the right candidate. Interested parties are invited to submit their full resume, including current and expected salary, along with availability.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Veolia Hong Kong & Macau is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all qualified candidates. The information provided will be treated in strict confidence and be used only for consideration of your application for relevant / similar posts within the Veolia Group. All personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed within 24 months from the date of application.