Description

• Leading Financial Market Operator
• Strong Career Development Opportunities

About Our Client

A dominant player in the financial services industry is seeking a qualified accountant with strong background in HK listing rules, securities regulations, market practices, and corporate governance requirements to join the company and lead a small team.

Job Description

• Lead and mentor a small team responsible for overseeing a portfolio of listed issuers, ensuring high standards of regulatory compliance and professional development.
• Monitor and assess compliance with the Listing Rules, providing regulatory guidance, reviewing issuer disclosures, and handling listing and waiver applications.
• Conduct proactive surveillance of listed companies, identifying compliance risks, complex regulatory issues, and emerging market trends, while driving timely resolutions.
• Provide expert advice on accounting, legal, business, financial, and corporate governance matters, particularly in relation to novel or high-profile cases.
• Drive operational excellence by contributing to process enhancements, regulatory initiatives, and continuous improvement projects across the department.
• Lead or actively participate in cross-functional projects involving project management, data analytics, technology solutions, publications, and industry engagement activities.
• Support talent development within the team by coaching junior members, delivering training, monitoring performance, and identifying opportunities for capability building.

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified accountant, and university graduate in a relevant discipline such as finance, business, law, or accounting.
• At least 8 years of professional experience in accounting, corporate finance, financial regulation, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of the Hong Kong Listing Rules, securities regulations, market practices, and corporate governance requirements.
• Background from Big 4 is required to be considered for this position.
• Demonstrated expertise in accounting standards, financial reporting, and the assessment of complex business, and regulatory issues.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English and Chinese, including fluency in Putonghua.

What's on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity for seasoned accounting professional with strong knowledge in HK listing rules to make a meaningful impact on the financial market.