Major Responsibilities:

1. Reports and needs strong technical finance and accounting skills to support the Head of FAD.
2. Requires the ability to deputize for the Head of FAD and takes on additional responsibilities as needed.
3. Should have experience in various aspects of finance and accounting, such as general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, cash flow forecast, budgeting, operational planning, etc.
4. Provide value-add support to enhance the knowledge, skills and competency of team members. 
5. Gate keep all financial reporting processes of the Sections and the Foundation as a whole.
6. Needs good project management and collaboration skills to work closely with both external and internal stakeholders.
7. Liaises with the Education Department, Inland Revenue Department, bankers and auditors as required.
8. Ensure accounting in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and best practices consistent with the requirements of the auditors and the government authorities.
9. Oversee the company secretarial function, including the preparation of board papers and minutes. 
10. Develop and implement procedures to streamline operations in enhancing business processes and ensuring proper control and compliance.  Assists in introducing best practices to maximize efficient use of resources.
11. Perform ad hoc projects and assignments as required.

  Requirements:

1. Degree or above in finance and accounting or related disciplines.
2. A minimum of 10 years solid experience in Finance and Accounting preferably gained from Education sector or sizable organizations, with not less than 3 years in leading an accounting and financial reporting team.
3. Qualified Accountant with HKICPA/ACCA or equivalent.
4. Committed to supporting teaching and learning through prudent financial management working in a collaborative environment.
5. Self-initiative, well-organized, good business acumen with strong leadership, interpersonal and people management skills.
6. Proficient in MS application and experience in automation and finance transformation.
7. A good team player and able to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
8. Excellent written English and Chinese.
9. Verbal fluency in English and Cantonese preferred.

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