About the Role
A reputable international financial institution is seeking a seasoned and strategic Vice President to lead the Accounting Department of its Hong Kong branch. This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, regulatory submissions, and internal controls for the branch, ensuring full compliance with Hong Kong and group-level requirements.
The role is ideal for an experienced professional with strong banking industry exposure and a proven track record of leading high-performing finance teams in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Accounting & Finance team to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, management reporting, and statutory accounts.
- Oversee full-set accounts, month-end and year-end closing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements, including HKMA, IFRS, tax filings, and other statutory reporting obligations.
- Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, internal auditors, regulators, and head office finance teams.
- Strengthen internal controls, governance frameworks, and accounting policies across the branch.
- Support senior management with financial insights, performance reviews, and business decision-making.
- Drive continuous process improvements within the finance function to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to team members.
Requirements
- Minimum 15 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, preferably within the banking or financial services sector.
- Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, HKFRS, and Hong Kong regulatory reporting requirements.
- Solid experience in all-rounded finance and accounting functions, including financial reporting, regulatory compliance, tax, and internal controls.
- Proven leadership experience in managing teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA / ACCA or equivalent qualification preferred.
- Strong analytical ability, integrity, and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese.
What you'll get in return
You will be offered with a monthly package ranging from HKD 70,000 to HKD 80,000 along with a comprehensive employee benefit package. This is a terrific opportunity for any rising accounting and finance professionals to take part in a finance position with great team and company culture and career progression.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role or any other accounting, finance and internal audit opportunities in the banking and financial services industry, please send your CV in Microsoft Word format to
Anson.Wong@hays.com.hk