Assistant Finance Manager - Professional Services

Michael Page (Hong Kong); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sizeable multinational platform

Broad exposure to all-round accounting

Structured and international working环境

Attractive remuneration package and CB

Big Four candidates highly preferred

Job summary

Michael Page is assisting a sizeable multinational professional services firm in Hong Kong to hire an Assistant Finance Manager. The role covers day-to-day accounting, month-end close, reporting and internal controls within a dynamic regional finance team.

You will work with auditors and tax advisers, support budgeting and cash flow planning, and collaborate with stakeholders across the region. The ideal candidate holds a accounting degree, professional qualification, 5 years experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Qualified or finalist member of HKICPA, ACCA, CPA Australia or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
• Big Four senior audit experience preferred.
• Experience in a multinational corporation or sizable organization is an advantage.
• Solid understanding of accounting operations, financial reporting and internal controls.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented and capable of handling a broad range of accounting responsibilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR and cash management.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing with timely and accurate entries.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports and financial analyses.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and intercompany transactions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning and variance analysis.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and regional finance teams on accounting and reporting matters.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisers, bankers and other professionals.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations and internal control policies.
• Assist in reviewing and improving finance processes and internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis, system enhancements and finance-related projects.

Skills

5+ years accounting

Big Four audit experience

English & Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin)

Excel & ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

HKICPA/ACCA/CPA Australia or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

• Sizeable platform
• Structured and international working environment

About Our Client

Our client is a sizeable multinational professional services firm with an established presence across the region. To support its continued business growth, the company is seeking a technically strong and hands-on Assistant Finance Manager to join its Hong Kong finance team.

Job Description

• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management
• Perform month-end and year-end closing, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all accounting entries
• Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports and financial analysis
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and intercompany transactions
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning and variance analysis
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and regional finance teams on accounting and reporting matters
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisers, bankers and other professional parties
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and internal control policies
• Assist in reviewing and improving finance processes, internal controls and operational efficiency
• Support ad hoc financial analysis, system enhancement and finance-related projects as required

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• Qualified or finalist member of HKICPA, ACCA, CPA Australia or an equivalent professional accounting body
• At least 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience
• Candidates with prior Big Four senior audit experience are highly preferred
• Experience gained from a multinational corporation, professional services firm or other sizable organization would be an advantage
• Solid understanding of accounting operations, financial reporting and internal controls
• Hands-on, detail-oriented and capable of handling a broad range of accounting responsibilities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese(Cantonese and Mandarin)

What's on Offer

• Sizeable multinational professional services platform
• Broad and all-rounded accounting operations exposure
• Structured and international working environment
• Attractive remuneration package and career development opportunities
• Big Four candidates are highly preferred