Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the monthly HK Group & Local Financial Reporting packages including oversight over the quarterly regional Group consolidation process.
• Review and implementation of new accounting standards both USGAAP and IFRS.
• Accounting review and approval of new product requests.
• Responsible for the periodic filing of direct and indirect tax returns.
• Delivery of the annual legal entity budget.
• Presentation of finance material e.g. financials, budgets etc. to the HK Country Head and Executive Committees.
• Managing internal and external audit engagements from initiation through to completion.
• Review and approval of the HK SFC FRR return
• Responsible for the monthly closing process with specific focus on expense anomalies and variances.
• Forecast & budgeting.
• Provide technical advice on accounting treatment of technology and market data expenses.
• Provide management report and analytical review of technology, market data expenses and Technology allocations.
• Delivery of cost modelling and accounting analysis of Technology projects for management review.
• Delivery of allocation modelling of business scenarios.
• Identification and implementation of efficiency saves.
• Maintain and enhance the control & governance framework of the AEJ Finance Division.
• Collaborate and participate in regional projects and initiatives within the Finance Division
• Be a leader in digital transformation.

​Requirements:

• Degree/ Qualified accountant with financial and management accounting background.
• Previous experience in a banking and financial environment would be highly advantageous.
• Understanding of and / or previous experience completing the HK SFC FRR return.
• Strong client/customer service orientation, consulting, interpersonal, and oral/written communication skills with the ability to handle difficult situations. 
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• A power user of Excel spreadsheet and PowerPoint.  Acumen and demonstrated knowledge to use Virtualization tool (i.e. PowerBI) will be advantageous.
• Comfortable working in a matrix organization with ability to act as a change agent. Organized, detail oriented, good follow-up skills.  Ability to meet deadlines in a high pressure environment
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with and proven track record in process improvement.