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Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor trading activity intelligently and escalate unusual or suspicious behavior.
• Stay fully informed of developments and issues within assigned trading areas.
• Engage regularly with traders and their management to support financial oversight.
• Collaborate with Operations to resolve trade-related issues and discrepancies.
• Assess risks in trading positions, including market, compliance, and reputational risks.
• Prepare daily profit and loss (P&L) reports, ensuring accurate pricing and valuation of inventory.
• Conduct independent price verification on trading positions.
• Perform month-end procedures and prepare financial accounts for posting to the general ledger.

Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated interest in financial products and strong market awareness.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude.
• Strong character with a control-focused mindset; able to perform under pressure.
• Sharp analytical thinking and effective problem-solving abilities.
• Confident in engaging with demanding internal stakeholders.
• Advanced PC proficiency, especially in Excel; highly comfortable with numbers.

Who You Are

You're a strategic finance leader with a sharp eye for detail and a strong grasp of the big picture. You bring deep regional experience and thrive on driving performance, governance, and compliance across diverse markets. You know how to turn numbers into strategy, providing insights that shape decisions, streamline operations, and strengthen growth. Confident, collaborative, and solution-focused, you build trust with leadership and partners alike while ensuring the financial health and integrity of the region.

Highlights of What You'll Do

Reporting to the Group Controller, you will oversee all financial management and accounting operations across the Asia-Pacific region. A typical day will involve:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare and consolidate statements to summarize and forecast the organization's financial status
• Manage all aspects of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and the general ledger
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses; prepare ad hoc financial reports as needed
• Produce and manage balance sheets, analysing future earnings and expenses
• Maintain accurate account reconciliations and ensure completeness of financial records
• Oversee client-facing reporting, including regional client sales reconciliations
• Oversee accounting, auditing, and budgeting processes for multiple entities and in multiple currencies, ensuring completeness and compliance with IFRS and company policies
• Establish timely reports on financial data analytics, including key metrics, cost variances, and cash flow forecasting
• Prepare and present KPIs and regular reports to the President, CEO, Group Controller, and other senior management
• Assist in general financial management and analysis to support business strategy

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Coordinate or assist with the budget process for the region
• Support preparation of IFRS financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting; research accounting issues to ensure compliance
• Analyze actual spend against budgets and outlook, providing actionable insights

Controls, Compliance, and Process Improvement

• Draw up procedures, policies, and technical accounting analyses; establish and maintain internal controls across jurisdictions in the APAC region
• Maintain implementation and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures
• Support the accounting team during the closing process, ensuring deadlines are met
• Distinguish and evolve process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency
• Serve as a liaison to external auditors and partners, coordinating fiscal year-end audits

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise general accounting transactions
• Support accountability and the meeting of deliverables across the regional Finance team and financial activities throughout all divisions
• Collaborate with the broader global Finance team, corporate secretarial firms, and other vendors in the region
• Ensure the regional Finance team is competent, trained, and developed through regular assessment, goal setting, and coaching

What You'll Bring Along

Must-Haves:

• At least 6 years of progressive experience in financial management or regional finance operations, ideally in a multinational environment
• Degree in finance, business administration, or a related field
• Advanced general ledger accounting experience
• HKICPA designation
• Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical capabilities
• Strong understanding of IFRS, HKFRS, ASPE, and regional statutory requirements
• Proven experience managing cross-border teams, multi-entity consolidations, and audit processes
• Mathematical, budgeting, and financial reporting background
• Proficiency with accounting software systems, ERPs, and advanced Excel/financial modelling skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to build trust and influence across teams
• Ability to build relationships with both external partners and peers
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally in person, virtually, and in writing
• Fluent in English and Cantonese

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with Sage Intacct is an asset
• Proficiency in Mandarin is an asset
• Experience implementing a transfer policy and a hedging policy is an asset
• Knowledge of import taxes and duties is an asset
• Experience with a start-up is an asset

What We'll Give You

Salary:

• HK$550,000-800,000 per year commensurate with experience

Growth Opportunities:

• High potential for advancement in a fast-growing company

We are always looking for top talent. If your skills and professional experiences vary slightly from those listed in this job posting, the scope of work and salary may be amended to reflect your personal qualifications.

Where You'll Work

This is a hybrid position with select days in-office and select days working from home.

Who We Are

WPIC Marketing + Technologies drives revenue for global brands in China, Japan, Korea, and SEA through data, analytics, e-commerce solutions, warehousing and logistics, and essential support services. With more than 275 employees in offices across 10 cities, WPIC is the world's leading APAC e-commerce and technology consultancy. Our team provides end-to-end market entry and growth solutions for global brands looking to succeed in APAC. With more than 15 years of on-the-ground experience, WPIC has successfully deployed over 650 organizations in the APAC region.

WPIC values the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We strive to foster a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's unique talents and strengths.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

About Us

Find Your Shangri-La in Shangri-La.

Headquartered in Hong Kong SAR, Shangri-La Group has grown from a single hotel business to a diverse and integrated global portfolio comprising quality real estate and investment properties, wellness and lifestyle facilities.

Today, the Group owns, operates and manages 100+ hotels under our family of five brands: Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, Shangri-La Signatures, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La, and Traders.

Luxury 5-Star Hotel in Hong Kong | Island Shangri-La

About the Role

As a Rooms Controller, you will be managing the key aspects of guest room operations to ensure a smooth and personalized experience aligned with Shangri-La's service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate guest arrivals and departures, including room assignments, check-ins, check-outs, and group bookings.
• Manage reservations and room status, handling cancellations, duplicate bookings, overbookings, and out-of-order rooms.
• Ensure billing accuracy and secure payments, while maintaining proper documentation and verifying guest information.
• Monitor daily operations, run reports, and follow up on guest requests to ensure service excellence.
• Support the team as needed, performing additional duties assigned by the Supervisor to maintain smooth front office operations.

About You

• Minimum 3 years of Front Office experience, preferably in international Hotels of similar scale.
• Motivated, customer-focused, and results-oriented, with a passion for delivering exceptional service.
• Strong leadership, organizational, multitasking, and interpersonal skills to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent command of spoken English and Cantonese; proficiency in Putonghua is an advantage.

Why Join Us

• A workplace that values your passion and supports self-realization and personal growth.
• Structured learning and development pathways with real opportunities to advance your professional craft and leadership skills.
• Competitive benefits, recognition programs, and colleague stay/travel perks that reward your contribution and dedication.
• Teams that promote inclusion and respect, value diversity, and foster a secure environment where everyone can thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcomed. All information provided by applicants will be treated in and used only for recruitment purposes.

We appreciate your interest in joining us. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Our organization manages a robust and diversified portfolio, including a distribution business operating across Asia, a hospitality property portfolio in major cities in Japan and a strategic investment arm. To support our continued expansion, we are looking for talented personnel to join our team.

Job Descriptions:

• Overseeing all financial operations (including planning, treasury management, banking and internal controls) of the Group, and reporting to Directors
• Monitoring, and reviewing the performance of subsidiaries in different jurisdiction
• Acting as a Company Secretary for the Group including the listed holding company
• Carrying out feasibility studies and analysis in various investment opportunities
• Ensuring adherence to all statutory reporting requirements (including listing rules, accounting and taxation)
• Handling ad hoc job assigned by the management

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant, Big 4 exposure and experience
• Minimum 10 years' relevant experience in sizable, listed company
• Experience in property investment and IT business
• Sound knowledge in regulatory, Hong Kong listing rules, accounting & tax requirements
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Overseas travelling is required

Responsibilities:

• Update and maintain SAP document control procedure and processes including but not limited to document numbering, filing, storage, retrieval and archiving.
• Coordinate, collect and organize the necessary drawings, records and documents from the project team.
• Keep the confidentiality and security of all documents and information.
• Ensure all record are completed, accuracy and standardized.
• Assist in project management and coordination duties, such as: project email filing, arrange collection and distribution sample / document.
• Perform ad-hoc assignment as required.

Requirements:

• At least Form 5 / DSE level.
• Minimum 5 years of project documentation experience
• Good command in written and spoken English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
• Knowledge of SAP system is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Hard working, responsible, self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Weekly travel to China.
• Immediate available is highly preferable.

We are a leading international law and professional services firm providing legal, corporate and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants and investment fund managers. With a global presence spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we advise on the laws of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland and Jersey.

We treat everyone as the intelligent professional they are. Our approach is to trust and empower our people to deliver consistently, and enable them to succeed. Diversity is our secret weapon – it's the sheer breadth of Walkers people that makes us who we are – gathered from across the globe and fluent in languages, jurisdictions and cultures that help us to mirror our clients and keep our own thinking in tune with the world in which we operate.

Overview Of Role
Based in the Hong Kong office, the Revenue Controller is required to assist with a full cycle from working in progress ("unbilled WIP") to the final invoice raised and collection. This role will require chasing activities for Walkers Hong Kong office and small portions of other offices & by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Duties, Responsibilities & Person Specification
Work-in-Progress ("WIP")

• Prepare month WIP reports for four main Practice Groups.
• Actively follow up with respective billing attorney and responsible attorney for billing status.
• Perform and assist with any WIP write off and matter close as appropriate.
• Identify any pending matter which require Compliance and billing attorney follow up actions with the client so that the pending matter can be turned into a billable matter.
• Work closely with Finance Support team for bill creation.

Billings

• Assist in bill preparation.
• Perform any specific write down and pro-rated discount calculations.
• Ensure payor details are well approved by Compliance team.
• Work closely with fee earners on narratives and schedule.
• Identify and ensure if the invoice has any Global Platinum client discounted rate attached before finalising the invoice.

Collections

• Run and analyse AR reports by department and by billing attorney and responsible attorney.
• Handle and send out 15th day chasing reminder email to client for newly issued invoices for the current month.
• Constantly follow up with fee earners and clients on AR chasing by email, telephone, demand letter, e-billing clients or face-to face meeting (along with Head of Finance Support Asia and Matter Partner) to ensure settlement of bills.
• Regular commentary updates on every AR chasing activity – monthly AR report and ensure all chasing activity is filed to the matter iManage email correspondence.
• Facilitate bill negotiations with responsible partners and acquire appropriate approval for reduced fees or write off arrangements (this includes potential discount offer).
• Take appropriate action to external collection agent if needed.
• Work closely with all fee earners/partners and Credit Controller and other team members so that outstanding invoices can be settled smoothly and promptly.
• Take initiative and highlight any issues promptly to the reporting supervisor.
• Work with billing team for bill re-generation in relation to any newly agreed fees, if applicable.
• Must have a full understanding of Global rate card agreement and e-billing client set up and submission requirements.
• Other duties relevant to the role from time to time.

Education, Skills & Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Computer Knowledge
Windows -Microsoft Word -Microsoft Excel – Outlook – AdEx, E-Billing systems and other accounting systems.

Education And/Or Experience

• Satisfactory accounting knowledge and post 5 years of experience in billing / revenue control function in the Legal industry or other professional services sector is preferred.
• Minimum tertiary qualification is required.
• Excellent communication skills (English, Cantonese and satisfactory level for Mandarin) and must also be able to work accurately, paying close attention to detail, particularly during times of pressure, with the ability to effectively manage workloads and meet deadlines.
• Able to read and write Chinese and fluency in Mandarin is preferred.
• Methodical, very well organised with strong computer skills, including an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Special Requirements
Ability and willingness to occasionally work outside normal working hours/days when requested.

Walkers global is an equal opportunity employer. Equality and diversity are key to our global identity and an integral part of our goal to continue being an employer of choice. We are committed to a work environment that supports all individuals irrespective of gender, ethnicity, nationality, race, religion, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. We make every effort to ensure that employment opportunities are open and accessible to all purely on the basis of personal ability.

Key Responsibilities:

Establish and maintain a robust document control system for all project-related documentation.

Receive, review, and register project documents (drawings, specifications, contracts, correspondence, reports).

Ensure the correct formatting, numbering, and version control of all documents.

Distribute and track documents to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.

Manage both electronic and hard copy filing systems to ensure easy retrieval.

Liaise with project managers, consultants, and contractors to ensure up-to-date records are maintained.

Monitor the flow of documents between internal teams, clients, and contractors.

Maintain document logs and issue regular reports on document status and outstanding actions.

Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and ISO standards.

Support audits and provide documentation as required.

Requirements:

Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field.

Minimum 3–5 years' experience as a Document Controller, ideally within construction or consultancy.

Familiarity with EDMS (Electronic Document Management Systems) such as Aconex, Asite, or similar platforms.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

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Full-time

I am currently working with an established Global legal firm looking to take on an experienced Financial Controller to lead their team based in Hong Kong. The role will involve supporting the finance team and the general wider business needs of the firm.

Key responsibilities –

• Ensuring the organisation complies with all its statutory requirements and financial controls.
• Leading on all elements of finance including day-to-day running of the finance function, operational, strategic and business development of the team.
• Strong managerial expertise and the ability to delegate, upskill the team where necessary as well as have a hands-on approach when needed.
• Working closely with external teams across the globe and supporting senior management and wider teams with driving business efficiency.
• Ability to work with SLT and fee earners, and where necessary, provide
• Full responsibility for the set of accounts of the firm and ensuring all finance services are provided at a sufficient level.
• Ensuring compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) rules and local statutory requirements.
• Strong business partnering skills are essential as there will be cross collaboration with wider teams and fee earners.

In order to be considered for this role you will need to be professionally qualified (ACA/ACCA) and ideally will have previous experience working within the legal industry. An eye for detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with challenging scenarios. You will be working closely with regional managers therefore strong collaboration is key as well as ability to confidently communicate with junior staff member.

The company currently operate a 4 day working week, with their offices in central Hong Kong having great transport links to surrounding areas. There is also a great benefits package and competitive salary. role offers a great benefits package, generous annual leave and competitive salary. If you have relevant experience and you are keen to find out more, apply with your updated CV today

Your new company

Our client is a listed company specialising in the gaming and lodging sector, with a strong presence across Southeast Asia. I'm currently supporting the Finance Director in identifying a suitable candidate to serve as his right-hand person, overseeing the Manila portfolio.

This role requires the candidate to be stationed in Manila during weekdays.

Your new role

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards.
• Manage internal controls and financial risk management.
• Liaise with headquarters and regional teams on financial matters.
• Lead and mentor the local finance team.
• Support strategic planning and business decision-making.

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CPA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 8-10 years of financial report + audit experience
• Fluent in Cantonese and English.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience working in a multinational environment is a plus.

What you need to do now

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