ASSISTANT FINANCE MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Aug 3, 2024 - The Assistant Finance Manager possesses extensive experience in accounting and auditing, demonstrating a solid grasp of Financial Reporting Standards and common accounting practices. This role requires proficiency in spreadsheet software and a professional accounting qualification. The ideal candidate is adept at independent problem-solving, boasts a proactive attitude, and exhibits superior interpersonal skills, capable of managing diverse workloads with precision and efficiency.
Summary of Assistant Finance Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Finance with 2 years of Experience
- ACCA level 1 or AAT qualified with experience in a similar role
- Knowledge and experience in a direct applicable field – either business or accounts firm
- Good knowledge of accounting practices and procedures
- Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Highly Proficient in Excel
- Demonstrated success in quickly learning new systems and tools to manage business functions
- Highly proficient in QuickBooks Apply now
- Experience in FRR reporting gained from the financial services industry
- Sound knowledge in SFC regulations from a finance perspective
- Prior exposure to futures, derivatives and the broking industry is a definite advantage
2. BS in Accounting with 3 years of Experience
- Working experience in accounting/audit
- Good understanding of Financial Reporting Standards or International Financial Reporting Standards, common accounting and tax practices, internal controls
- Proficient in spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets)
- Professional qualification in accounting (e.g. HKICPA, ICAEW, ACCA)
- Independent problem-solving skills
- Proactive and can-do attitude
- Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to handle a varied and diverse workload, while ensuring accuracy, timeliness
- High degree of attention to detail and a commitment to continuous process improvement
- Passionate, dependable and able to work independently and collaboratively
- Prior experience in Financial Resources Rules (FRR) reporting, liquid capital monitoring and Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) rules
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, strive to grow within the team
3. BS in Economics with 4 years of Experience
- Experience with FMCG/Retail/FandB/Manufacturing sector
- Proven regional consolidation experience
- Additionally, one must be able to read, speak, and write Chinese to liaise with China counterparts.
- Detailed orient, inquisitive and a hands-on leader
- SAP knowledge will be an additional
- Relevant experience, preferably with cost accounting and manufacturing experience in an MNC with SAP.
- Independent contributor and effective time management.
- Strong analytical skills and a keen sense of business acumen.
- Good knowledge of accounting principles for financial analysis purposes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interface with all levels of people.
- Good command in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese
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