Finance Manager

We are an established private international financial services group seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the day-to-day accounting and finance function in Hong Kong.

The Firm is looking for an experienced qualified accountant who can lead a Finance team, review its work and ensure that accounting, reporting and finance matters are completed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day work of the Finance team
• Review full-set accounts, month-end and year-end closing, management accounts and financial reports
• Review bank reconciliations, payments, expenses, cash flow and intercompany transactions
• Coordinate annual audits and tax matters with external auditors and professional advisers
• Review accounting and reporting for the Firm's different entities
• Ensure accounting records, supporting documents and approval procedures are properly maintained
• Monitor reporting and filing deadlines and follow up on outstanding matters
• Review the work of Finance team members and provide guidance where required
• Identify practical ways to improve and simplify Finance procedures
• Assist directly with accounting and finance work when required

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• Qualified accountant with HKICPA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Solid hands-on experience in full-set accounts, closing, audit and tax
• Previous experience supervising, reviewing or leading accounting staff
• Good understanding of bank reconciliations, payments, cash management and intercompany transactions
• Experience handling multiple companies or entities would be an advantage
• Good Excel skills and experience with accounting software
• Experience with Sage or similar systems would be an advantage
• Experience in financial services, insurance, professional services or an international business would be an advantage
• Good command of written and spoken English and Cantonese

The Person We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone with a strong sense of responsibility and ownership.

You should be practical, organised and hands-on, with the judgement to resolve issues, guide the team and ensure matters are properly completed without constant supervision.

When a problem arises, we expect you to take responsibility, find a practical solution and follow it through.

This position is suitable for an experienced qualified accountant who is ready to take the next step into a broader Finance Manager role.