Assistant Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

ASTRI - Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Medical insurance

MPF contribution

Five-day work week

Job summary

The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) is seeking a capable finance professional to join its expanding team on a renewable contract basis. The role emphasizes financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting excellence within a dynamic research environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance with 2+ years’ experience, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and a proactive team mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional accounting qualification is an advantage.
• At least two years of solid experience in finance and/or accounting; Big 4 experience is an advantage.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and presentation skills; proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial due diligence and risk assessment on industry partners.
• Support consolidation and analysis of financial and operational performance trends.
• Review project budgets and cash flow forecasts for guideline compliance.
• Review monthly project statements, perform variance analysis, and suggest actions.
• Assist in billing and monitor accounts receivable; follow up on overdue items.
• Prepare management reports and presentations summarizing findings and risks.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support planning and cash flow forecasting.
• Undertake ad hoc analyses and other duties as required.

Skills

Financial analysis

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) is founded in 2000 by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. As Hong Kong’s largest government-funded research and development centre, ASTRI is a key force and super-connector driving innovation and technology advancement in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, and the global innovation ecosystem. This role is strengthened through its merger with Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI).

Committed to bringing high-impact research from lab to market, ASTRI advances interdisciplinary, market-driven R&D that delivers practical innovations for industry and meaningful benefits for society.

Its technological strengths and capabilities enable AI-powered, cross-disciplinary ICT and advanced materials solutions across Smart City, Financial Technologies, Digital Health and Life Sciences, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC) and Advanced Electronics, New Energy and Energy Storage, and Green and ESG Technologies.

Over the years, ASTRI has cultivated a strong pool of I&T talent and earned numerous international awards for its pioneering innovations and contributions to industry and the community. Following the merger with NAMI, ASTRI’s cumulative global patent portfolio has grown to over 1,500, with more than 2,200 technologies successfully transferred to industry.

With enhanced scale and capabilities, ASTRI is uniquely positioned to elevate Hong Kong’s innovation capacity, accelerate technology commercialisation, and drive societal and economic progress through world-class applied research.

Ref. ID: CFO/FPA/FPA/2348

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform financial due diligence work and risk assessment on industry partners
• Support consolidation and analysis of financial and operational performance trends
• Review project budgets and cash flow forecasts to ensure compliance with relevant guidelines
• Review monthly project statements, perform variance and comparative analysis, and provide recommended actions
• Assist in the billing process and the monitoring of accounts receivable, and follow-up on overdue items
• Prepare reports and presentations to management summarizing findings, risks, and recommendations
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective financial models to support project planning and cash flow forecasting
• Conduct ad hoc analysis and undertake other additional duties as required

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A recognized professional accounting qualification is an advantage
• At least two years of solid experience in finance and/or accounting, preferably from a sizeable organization, Big 4 experience is an advantage
• Candidates with less experience will also be considered
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a critical thinking mindset
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal and presentation skills, including written and oral communication skills
• Highly proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• A good team player with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Live ASTRI value

The appointment will be on renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and performance-linked variable pay. Fringe benefits include paid leave, medical, insurance coverage and contribution to MPF. The incumbent will normally work a five-day week.

Position offer is subject to the applicant’s experience and academic qualification. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. ASTRI reserves the right not to fill the position.

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