General Accounting Manager (APAC)

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ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the management and day to day leadership of the general accounting team
• Ensure the ethos of best-in-class customer service is instilled in the team members. 
• Establish compliance to global company policies and procedures in regard to General Accounting activities  
• Maintain and safeguard the G/L Accounts Recon to ensure accuracy and completeness. 
• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliation. 
• Manage the reconciling items report to ensure minimal aged items. 
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to the teams in Hong Kong and Manila. 
• Assist with the monthly and year-end close processes. 
• Drive improvement of process efficiency and standardization. 
• Collaborate with global teams to implement global systems and promote automation across APAC. 
• Review daily accounting operations including data input and journal preparation. 
• Collaborate with global treasury to support cashflow forecast, banking and other treasury duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 6 -7 years of relevant experience in general accounting. 
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, local tax laws and regulations, as well as project accounting. 
• Capable of communicating at all levels of staff and maintain good relationships with internal and external stakeholders and sub-consultants in Hong Kong/China and the wider business. 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to work independently using own initiative and as part of a team. 
• Strong attention to detail and an emphasis on accuracy. 
• Deep knowledge of JD Edwards, Concur or other enterprise payment/supplier portals including experience in implementation of the systems. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. 
• Fluency in English is a must, the ability to speak Cantonese or Mandarin is highly preferable

***Candidates with less experience will be considered for Assistant Manager or Analyst roles depending on candidates' credential