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Finance and Administration Manager

The Finance Manager oversees the financial management and reporting activities of the company, and is responsible for budget and forecast planning as well as supporting executive management team in offering insights and financial advices that will allow them to make the best business decisions for the company.

To improve the quality of accounting processes and implement more robust financial controls to achieve high level of financial statements integrity, reliable, timely and accurate reporting of the financial results for decision-making. The role will also perform analytical procedures to provide a deeper insight into the colleague and operational costs. Other main duties include ensuring financial reporting is in compliance with the Group Accounting Policies, accounting standards and regulatory requirements; preparing and analysis of monthly financial and management reports; preparation of annual budget and forecasts; and meeting month end closing deadlines. He/she may be required to perform ad-hoc duties as assigned from time to time.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle full spectrum of accounting functions

• Lead the team in operational / financial matters and ensures proper, accurate and timely closure of monthly financial and management accounts and reports

• Preparation of annual budget and forecasts providing insights and drivers of operational costs

• Review and provide analysis on month end results against budget and forecasts for submission to local and regional management

• Preparation of statutory financial statements, handle statutory audit and ensuring compliance with all legal, tax and regulatory requirements

• Ensure timely preparation and filing of corporate income tax return

• Provide value adding analysis and prepare all necessary reports in supporting the business’ growth

• Identify, anticipate, and resolve all finance related issues and escalate to management where appropriate

• Strengthen current internal controls and ensure risk management are in place and adhered to

• Improve current systems and work processes to optimise productivity and efficiency

• Liaise and work with external parties such as bankers, auditors, tax consultants and company secretary

• Handle monthly payroll and administration of pension funds (ORSO & MPF) and statutory insurance

• Upkeep of information for employee database, colleague turnover rate report

• Coordinate on recruitment activities including posting of vacancy, arrangement for interview and issuing of employment contract

Requirements:

• A recognised degree or professional qualification in Accountancy;

• Minimum 6 years of hands-on accounting experiences in MNC environment with minimum 3 years of experience in similar capacity;

• Prior working experience as an auditor would be an advantage;

• Excellent knowledge in US GAAP/ Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards;

• Knowledge in government taxes such as corporate income tax, withholding taxes and other statutory requirements;

• Highly proficient in MS Excel, Quickbooks, SAP would be an advantage;

• Strong communicator with the ability to communicate with Executives and non-financial individuals alike;

• Ability to identify issues and use initiative to solve complex problems;

• Possess leadership qualities, strong analytical and problem- solving skills;

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines;

• Team player with willingness to help others beyond their formal role;

• Strong initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision;

• Exercise the upmost discretion when dealing with confidential information.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. Every day, in every time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and minimize business interruptions. Our more than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to doing the right thing – one where caring counts. Watch this video to learn more about us. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywxedjBGSfA)