Finance Director, Hedge Fund, 150k

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance and accounting activities for the Group's regulated asset management businesses in both Hong Kong and the Middle East Market, ensuring effective financial operations and oversight across jurisdictions.
• Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts, management reports, budgeting exercises, and financial analysis in compliance with applicable accounting standards, including HKFRS, IFRS, and local regulatory reporting requirements.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with relevant financial, tax, audit, and regulatory obligations, including Hong Kong SFC reporting requirements and regulatory frameworks, along with UAE corporate tax, VAT, and related compliance matters.
• Serve as the primary finance contact for external stakeholders, including auditors, tax consultants, regulators, banking partners, fund administrators, and custodians.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal reviews, reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate financial records.
• Coordinate tax planning, research, and filing activities across both jurisdictions to ensure compliance and optimize tax efficiency.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain internal control frameworks, accounting policies, and financial procedures to support business growth and regulatory expectations.
• Support management company and fund reporting requirements, including consolidation exercises and reporting to senior finance leadership at the Group level.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through process enhancements, automation initiatives, and system implementation projects.
• Take on additional finance-related projects and strategic initiatives as required by senior management.
• May be appointed as the Manager-In-Charge (MIC) for Finance and Accounting under the Hong Kong SFC regulatory framework, subject to business requirements and regulatory approval.