Finance Manager

Position:
Finance Manager
Location:
Hong Kong

About Us

The Maples Group is a global leader in financial services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms, and international corporations. Our side-by-side financial and legal teams consistently deliver award-winning services to a global client base, offering unrivalled learning and career opportunities to our 2,500 colleagues worldwide.
What is it like to work here?
We are driven to excel, and collaboration is key to our continued success. We can go further for our clients because we go further for each other too. Our inclusive culture creates an environment where people can be themselves at work while doing their best work. No matter where you work in the Maples Group, you will be part of a global team.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an accomplished Finance Manager to join our Finance team as part of our financial services business in Hong Kong.
As part of the global expansion of the Maples Group’s financial services offering, our Hong Kong office opened its doors in 2006. Located in the city centre, a commitment to service excellence and investment in our people quickly established Hong Kong as a regional hub where our 200+ teammates deliver best-in-class solutions to clients worldwide alongside our colleagues in legal services.
The Finance Manager will service in our Finance department and will be responsible for the Finance function in our Hong Kong office.
Your primary responsibilities include:
Lead the finance function for the Hong Kong office and oversee financial reporting across Hong Kong, Singapore, and the UAE
Manage, supervise, coach, and develop the local Finance team
Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, annual budgets, financial forecasts, cash flow reporting, and board materials for multiple legal entities
Coordinate statutory and regulatory reporting, including local tax filings
Oversee annual audits for both stand-alone entities and consolidated structures
Manage financial transaction cycles and monitor client balances
Partner with business stakeholders on finance matters, financial performance, and key performance indicators
Ensure compliance with finance policies and procedures
Support the monitoring and application of global transfer-pricing policies
Lead finance-related projects and process improvement initiatives
Manage competing priorities and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
Provide additional support during busy reporting periods, including outside normal working hours where necessary
What You Bring
In addition to a commitment to delivering superior candidate and stakeholder experiences:
Internationally recognised professional accounting qualification, such as HKICPA, CPA, or ACCA
Minimum of 8 years’ post-qualification experience
At least 5 years’ audit experience, preferably gained within a Big Four firm
At least three years’ experience in a comparable managerial role
Proven experience in managing finance processes, workflows, and the training and development of finance professionals
Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and Hong Kong statutory, company law, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance requirements
Familiarity with VAT and transfer-pricing models would be an advantage
Strong organisational and project-management skills, with the ability to lead planned initiatives
Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage deliverables independently
Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
High levels of professional maturity, integrity, and sound judgement
Ability to operate effectively in a regulated professional-services environment
Benefits & Rewards
The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
Competitive vacation packages
Educational assistance and professional development programmes
Savings or pension plan
Life insurance
Travel insurance
Global mental wellness programme
Sports clubs and social events
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“Please note that it is the Maples Group standard policy to undertake various background screening checks on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Except for roles based in the Republic of Ireland, the background checks will include criminal records checks when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record, it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. The Maples Group will make all job offer decisions on a case-by-case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before a decision is made. Further details will be provided at the time any conditional job offer is made.”