Financial Reporting | Securities Firm
We're supporting a leading international securities group with strong PRC roots as they expand their Financial Reporting function in Hong Kong. This is a newly opened AVP-level role sitting within a lean, experienced reporting team, offering broad exposure across proprietary trading, group consolidation, and regulatory reporting.
The role suits someone hands-on, technically strong, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving, regulated environment.
What does the role involve?
You'll be part of the Financial Reporting team, reporting directly to the Team Lead. This is a pure contributor role with strong visibility to senior finance management and Head Office.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing ledger bookings linked to proprietary trading activities, including balance sheet and P&L reconciliations
- Playing an active role in month-end close and consolidation workflows
- Preparing regular reporting packs for Head Office, PRC regulators, and internal stakeholders
- Supporting finance-driven projects such as system enhancements, process improvement initiatives, and financial due diligence
- Contributing to impact assessments around group structure changes, accounting treatments, and tax considerations
- Partnering with business and finance stakeholders to improve reporting efficiency and workflow design
- Acting as a key contact for external and internal auditors on accounting and audit-related matters
- Handling ad-hoc finance projects as required
What experience do you need?
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related disciplines
- CPA / equivalent qualification is required
- 6+ years' combined experience gained from securities firms and/or Big 4
- Strong technical grounding in HKFRS / IFRS, ideally with exposure to financial instruments and proprietary trading products
- Familiarity with product valuation is a plus
- Comfortable working across regional stakeholders and Head Office functions
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to operate independently in a structured environment
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