Senior Accountant

Simpson Marine Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Simpson Marine Ltd, Asia‑Pacific’s leading yacht dealership, is seeking an Accountant / Senior Accountant to manage full‑set accounting, ensure timely financial reporting, and support regional financial control across APAC subsidiaries.

You will serve as the financial liaison between local operations, APAC subsidiaries, and the Italy Head Office, coordinating IFRS compliance, budgeting, consolidation, and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• HKICPA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent qualification.
• 8+ years of accounting and/or auditing experience.
• Experience in multinational corporation reports and regional offices.
• Knowledge of IFRS and local tax regulations.
• Proficiency in Xero and advanced Excel.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Handle full set of accounts and day-to-day accounting functions.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare management reports, financial statements, budgets, and rolling forecasts.
• Manage monthly intercompany balances, schedules, and reconciliations.
• Serve as the primary regional accounting liaison to Italy Head Office and APAC subsidiaries.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities for IFRS compliance.
• Assist in group financial consolidation and company secretarial work.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and process improvements.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Xero Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sanlorenzo is an Italian luxury yacht builder established in 1958, renowned worldwide for its craftsmanship, innovation, and bespoke approach to yacht design. Headquartered in La Spezia, Italy, the Company specializes in creating tailor‑made motor yachts and superyachts ranging from 24 to over 74 meters in length. The Sanlorenzo portfolio also includes complementing yacht brands with Bluegame and Nautor Swan, further strengthening its reputation as a leader in the global yachting industry.

Simpson Marine, wholly owned by Sanlorenzo, is Asia‑Pacific’s leading yacht dealership and brokerage firm established in 1982. With 10 direct offices across the region, the company represents the Sanlorenzo portfolio and ancillary services (yacht brokerage, charter, management, and after sales service), offering unparalleled 360 expertise and support. We are proud to deliver exceptional service, trusted advice, and premium yachting experiences to our discerning clientele.

www.simpsonmarine.com

About the role

The Accountant / Senior Accountant will manage full‑set accounting operations, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and support regional financial control. This role serves as a crucial financial liaison between local operations, APAC subsidiaries, and the ultimate head office in Italy, which is a listed company, supporting budgeting, financial analysis, audit compliance, and corporate administration.

Key responsibilities

Handle full set of accounts and oversee day‑to‑day accounting functions.

Lead month‑end and year‑end closing processes in an accurate and timely manner.

Prepare management reports, financial statements, annual budgets, and rolling forecasts.

Manage monthly intercompany balances, schedules, and reconciliations across entities.

Serve as the primary regional accounting liaison to the Italy Head Office and fellow APAC subsidiaries.

Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities to ensure full compliance with IFRS and local tax requirements.

Assist in group financial consolidation.

Assist in company secretarial work.

Assist management with ad‑hoc financial analysis, process improvements, and special projects as required.

About you

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.

HKICPA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.

Minimum of 8 years of accounting and/or auditing experience.

Prior experience in Multinational Corporation (MNC) reports and regional office setting is required.

Background or hands‑on experience in Ship Management and/or Charter is a strong advantage.

Good knowledge and hands‑on experience in Xero Accounting is required.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are mandatory (e.g., complex formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling).

Solid knowledge of IFRS and tax regulations.

Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Strong analytical, interpersonal, and presentation capabilities.

Self‑motivated and able to work independently, with resilience in meeting tight deadlines.