Finance Support & Billing Specialist – Hong Kong

Walkers; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 223,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Walkers is a leading international law firm inviting a Finance Support Team member to join its Hong Kong office. The role focuses on billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable processes with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

We welcome candidates with a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting and 1–3 years of experience. Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with accounting systems like Aderant are valued assets. Fluency in English and Chinese is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1–3 years' experience in a finance or accounting support role; new Graduates with relevant Accounting qualifications will also be strongly considered.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); familiarity with Aderant Expert or other accounting systems is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both English and Chinese are a must); ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the month-end billing process to ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
• Perform draft bill runs and generate draft bills in accordance with agreed fee and disbursement arrangements.
• Enter anticipated disbursements for billing purposes and verify accuracy.
• Provide support for bill reprints, write-offs, and issuing receipts as required.
• Collaborate closely with secretaries and attorneys to meet billing requirements and deadlines.
• Review timekeeper narratives and other billing details for compliance and accuracy.
• Ensure all pending draft bills are approved, signed, and posted before month-end close.
• Process all unbilled time and costs, ensuring they are billed or written off promptly.
• Assist with day-to-day cash receipt bookings and ensure accurate allocation to client accounts.
• Process all cash receipt entries into the system before the end of each business day to maintain up-to-date records.
• Perform disbursement entries to charge matters accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare cheques and process online bank wire payments in accordance with company procedures.
• Record accounts payable and check entries for various payments, including staff expense claims.
• Manage third-party vendor payments and interoffice settlements during the second week of each month for bills settled by clients.

Skills

English & Chinese communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

1–3 years experience in finance or accounting support

Tools

MS Excel

Aderant Expert or similar accounting system

Job description

Walkers is a leading international law firm inviting a Finance Support Team member to join its Hong Kong office. The role focuses on billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable processes with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

We welcome candidates with a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting and 1–3 years of experience. Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with accounting systems like Aderant are valued assets. Fluency in English and Chinese is required.