Finance Manager, Buy Side, 80k
Michael Page
Hong Kong
Full time
Permanent
On-site
Competitive
About the job
- Hands on Finance Manager role for a Buy Side firm
- 8-10 years of finance & accounting for a buy side firm is a must
This opportunity is with a well-established, medium-sized organization in the financial services industry. The company is known for its commitment to excellence and its focus on delivering top-tier asset management solutions to a diverse clientele.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full spectrum of accounting and finance functions across the group, including general ledger maintenance, financial consolidation, and month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Partner with the CFO and external professional advisors to support statutory reporting, annual audits, and other regulatory filing requirements.
- Oversee daily financial operations, including cash flow monitoring, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and employee expense reimbursement processes.
- Provide operational support for investment and trading activities, including transaction processing and settlement when required.
- Coordinate with external tax advisors to facilitate corporate tax compliance and filings across multiple jurisdictions, including Hong Kong, Singapore, and Australia.
- Ensure adherence to applicable regulatory requirements, statutory obligations, and internal governance policies.
- Prepare and submit Financial Resources Rules (FRR) returns and related regulatory reports in accordance with SFC requirements.
- Act as a key contact point for external service providers, including fund administrators, auditors, accountants, bankers, tax consultants, and immigration specialists, ensuring timely and effective coordination.
- Review and validate periodic Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations and reports prepared by fund administrators.
- Support the oversight of fund-related financial reporting, investor communications, audit coordination, and regulatory filings.
- Partner with the HR function on finance-related employee matters, including payroll administration, MPF contributions, leave provisions, employment documentation, and visa-related support.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Degree holder in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Solid experience in financial accounting, fund operations, or corporate finance within the asset management, investment management, private equity, hedge fund, or financial services industry.
- Familiarity with fund structures, fund administration processes, NAV reporting, and regulatory reporting requirements would be highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, tax compliance, and statutory reporting requirements.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience working alongside external professional service providers.
- Proficient in Excel and financial reporting systems.
- Fluent in English; Chinese language skills would be advantageous.
- Opportunity to work in a reputable medium-sized financial services organization.
- Collaborative and professional work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.