Assistant Accountant - Big4 / Fresh graduate Welcome

Michael Page; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to a professional accounting and finance environment

Supportive and collaborative team

Job summary

A global retail and wholesale leader in Hong Kong is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to support their accounting and finance team. Responsibilities include managing daily operations such as accounts payable and receivable, supporting month-end closing, maintaining compliance with standards, and assisting in audits. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, possesses strong Excel skills, and is proficient in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin. This position offers exposure to a professional environment and the chance to work with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Experience in CPA firm/public accounting is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is necessary.
• Good command in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Support month-end closing activities and ensure accurate reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Collaborate with team members for timely processing of transactions.
• Assist in audit preparations and provide necessary documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Good command in Cantonese

Good command in English

Good command in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Hyperion

Navision

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to support the accounting and finance team within the Retail/Wholesale industry.

Client Details

Our client is a global retail and wholesale leader celebrated for its people‑centric culture, strong values, and commitment to creating a better everyday life.

Description

• Managing daily accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Supporting month‑end closing activities and ensuring accurate reconciliations.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Collaborating with team members to ensure timely processing of transactions.
• Assisting in audit preparations and providing necessary documentation.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience in CPA firm/public accounting or retail/wholesale accounting would be an advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with excellent organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines. Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Hyperion, Navision) is preferred.
• Good command in Cantonese, English and Mandarin.

Job Offer

• Exposure to a professional accounting and finance environment in Hong Kong.
• Chance to work with a supportive and collaborative team.