Work location: Hong Kong
Role Overview:
The Corporate Head of Financial Reporting is a crucial senior finance leadership position within Johnson Electric, with comprehensive responsibility for the group's statutory reporting and consolidation processes. This role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and requires a seasoned professional adept in financial governance and compliance. The successful candidate will also oversee the Finance Shared Service Center, ensuring seamless reporting and adherence to regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Statutory Reporting and Consolidation:
- Own and manage the entire group consolidation process, ensuring timely and accurate statutory reporting in compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards
- Oversee the preparation of comprehensive group financial statements under HKFRS/IFRS
Auditor Liaison and Audit Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, effectively managing and coordinating the audit process to ensure smooth execution and resolution of any audit findings
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders, including the CFO and Business leaders, providing insights that drive financial strategy and decision-making
Leadership of China Accounting and Regulatory Environment:
- Lead the Finance Shared Service Center to support China Operations, ensuring exceptional service delivery, continuous process improvement, and alignment with group financial goals and compliance mandates
Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement improvements in financial reporting processes, enhance control measures, and optimize month-end close efficiency
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- ACA/ACCA qualified with a deep understanding of technical accounting principles and practices
- Extensive experience in MNC group reporting and consolidations within a complex, multi-entity corporate setting
- Very familiar with the Hong Kong Listed Group Reporting Requirements
- Demonstrated background in audit and technical accounting, or substantial experience in a senior group finance role within the industry
- Must have prior experience working with one of the Big 4 accounting firms, providing the candidate with a robust foundation in audit
- Strong stakeholder engagement abilities, confident in interacting with senior leaders and auditors
- Meticulous attention to detail, process-driven approach, and adeptness in navigating dynamic environments
- Proactive and motivated by autonomy, demonstrating a passion for driving improvements and change
- About 20+ years of MNC working experience with more than 8 years in senior management position
- Proficient in both English and Mandarin Chinese
