Assistant Manager, Financial Reporting

Hongkong Express; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shuttle buses

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

HK Express is seeking a Qualified accounting professional to support technical accounting matters within the Financial Reporting team. You will analyze, resolve, and report under HKFRS, including aircraft sublease accounting and close responsibilities.

The role requires a 4+ year background in audit or technical accounting, Big Four preferred, with NetSuite experience and strong communication to manage stakeholders. Hybrid work and career growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Qualified accountant (HKICPA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in audit, financial reporting, or technical accounting.
• Big Four experience is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HKFRS with hands-on technical accounting experience in a financial reporting function.
• Experience with NetSuite ERP is highly desirable.
• Exposure to aviation, leasing, or asset‑intensive industries is an advantage.
• Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key member of the Financial Reporting team, supporting technical accounting matters under the reporting function.
• Provide technical accounting analysis and resolve complex accounting issues in accordance with HKFRS.
• Perform profit and loss analyses and balance sheet reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statements.
• Oversee the accounting treatment of aircraft sublease transactions, including proper recognition and disclosure.
• Support the financial reporting process, including month-end and year-end close activities.
• Liaise with external auditors and manage audit-related matters.
• Drive process improvements, including the automation of the Fixed Asset Register.
• Collaborate with Financial Business Partners to establish and maintain inventory accounting processes and controls.
• Strengthen internal controls and contribute to continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.
• Participate in system enhancements and other finance transformation initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Qualified accountant (HKICPA/ACCA/CPA)

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

HK Express is Hong Kong’s first and only low-cost carrier, always offering great value, affordable fares on one of the youngest and most modern aircraft fleets in the world.

Like you, and just like many people across Asia, we love to travel and discover new places across the world’s most diverse and dynamic region; and at HK Express, we’re opening up new travel experiences that inspire and invigorate millions of people across the region we’re proud to call home. Everything we do is focused on encouraging the spirit of adventure. Our routes provide the inspiration and spontaneity to try somewhere new, disrupting monotonous modern life. As we continue to open up new routes, often in secondary and emerging destinations, our passengers will gain access to an incredible range of places, exploring hidden gems and experiencing local cultures.

We have a diverse and vibrant team that embodies the adventurous spirit of our customers, and loves to travel too. Join us in this journey to make your career even more fulfilling and rewarding.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key member of the Financial Reporting team, supporting technical accounting matters under the reporting function
• Provide technical accounting analysis and resolve complex accounting issues in accordance with HKFRS
• Perform profit and loss analyses and balance sheet reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statements
• Oversee the accounting treatment of aircraft sublease transactions, including proper recognition and disclosure
• Support the financial reporting process, including month-end and year-end close activities
• Liaise with external auditors and manage audit-related matters
• Drive process improvements, including the automation of the Fixed Asset Register
• Collaborate with Financial Business Partners to establish and maintain inventory accounting processes and controls
• Strengthen internal controls and contribute to continuous improvement of financial reporting processes
• Participate in system enhancements and other finance transformation initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Qualified accountant (HKICPA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in audit, financial reporting, or technical accounting
• Big Four experience is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of HKFRS, with hands-on experience in technical accounting under a financial reporting function
• Experience with NetSuite ERP system is highly desirable
• Exposure to aviation, leasing, or asset‑intensive industries is an advantage
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and detail‑oriented

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HKFRS 16 and lease accounting
• Exposure to process automation or finance transformation initiatives
• Familiarity with internal controls and audit compliance frameworks
• Experience in system implementation or digital finance transformation projects

Your Future Work Life

• Fly anywhere we fly for free with your friends and family to explore the world
• Hybrid working with flexibility in workplace and working hours to foster work‑life harmony
• Open office to collaborate, connect and share great ideas
• Energetic and multicultural teammates from up to 50 nationalities!
• Company‑organized shuttle buses connecting the workplace with major locations in the HK Island, Kowloon and N.T.