Accounts Payable Accountant (AP)

The Accountant (AP) handles the end-to-end accounts payable function across our corporate entities and regional property portfolios. Moving beyond basic data entry, this role requires an analytical professional who can manage complex multi-entity cost allocations, oversee vendor relationships, and lead month-end AP closing processes. This role reports directly to the Vice President – Finance, Hong Kong and offers a direct path into broader corporate accounting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Controls & Invoice Accounting

• Execute multi-entity coding, verifying, and posting of high-volume vendor invoices, property construction costs, and operational utilities.
• Review complex cost allocations between property operating companies and management companies.
• Ensure full compliance with internal financial control policies, matching invoices against purchase orders and operational approvals.

Cash Management & Vendor Relations

• Plan and execute weekly and monthly bank payment runs via electronic banking platforms.
• Liaise directly with vendors, contractors, and property managers to resolve payment queries and pricing discrepancies.
• Audit and process employee expense claims and corporate credit card reconciliations.

Month-End Closing & Reporting

• Lead the AP month-end close process, ensuring accurate expense accruals and prepayments.
• Reconcile vendor statements, bank accounts, and intercompany AP balances.
• Prepare aging reports and cash flow forecasts related to upcoming supplier payables.
• Support external auditors by providing required schedules, supporting documents, and transaction samples.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a business-related discipline.
• Currently pursuing or holding a professional qualification (e.g., HKICPA, ACCA, CPA) will be a plus.
• 3–5 years of solid accounting experience, with a core focus on accounts payable and general ledger activities.
• Prior experience in Real Estate development, Property Management, Hospitality sectors is highly advantageous.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience working with modern ERP accounting software.
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English and Chinese is mandatory.
• High level of integrity, strong analytical skills, and the agility to adapt within a rapid-growth company culture.

Benefits:

• Excellent company culture with ability to work internationally
• Competitive base compensation and bonus scheme
• International travel potential
• Top-tier medical care coverage
• Company-wide outings and retreats