Senior Account Officer

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Account Officer to join our team in Hong Kong. This role will be responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of accounting operations in Hong Kong, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, excellent communication abilities, and the ability to handle multiple tasks independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the full set of accounts for Hong Kong independently, including general ledgers, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with Hong Kong and Group accounting standards.
• Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes, including invoice processing, payment arrangement and reconciliation.
• Handle Hong Kong tax compliance matters, including preparation and submission of tax returns, and ensure timely and accurate tax reporting in line with local regulations.
• Liaise with external auditors during annual audits, provide necessary financial documents and explanations, and follow up on audit findings to ensure resolution.
• Check and process payroll payments for Hong Kong employees, ensuring accurate and timely salary disbursement and compliance with relevant labor and tax regulations.
• Maintain regular communication with banks, handle bank transactions, account reconciliations, and other banking-related matters.
• Support the Finance team responsible for our main trading entity with accounting tasks as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field

• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in accounting
• Proven work experience as an Accountant, with solid experience in Hong Kong accounting operations
• Familiar with Hong Kong Accounting Standards and local tax regulations, able to handle tax reporting and compliance independently.
• Fluent in both English and Mandarin (written and spoken), with strong communication skills to liaise with external auditors, banks and internal teams.
• Highly proactive, detail-oriented, with strong time management skills and the ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in accounting software (preferibly Netsuite) and Microsoft Office (especially Excel) is an advantage.
• Strong ethical awareness, committed to accuracy and compliance in all financial operations.