Accountant, Finance & Accounts

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the statutory organisation promoting Hong Kong’s external trade, seeks dynamic, high-calibre and experienced professionals to join our Finance & Accounts Department.

Responsibilities:

• Support monthly projection, and quarter‑end and year‑end closing, including preparing schedules, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
• Prepare financial reports, management analyses, budgets, and forecasts as required.
• Handle AP/AR operations, including invoice processing, staff claims, billing, payments and receipts, and maintain accurate and timely records.
• Perform bank reconciliations and follow up on discrepancies promptly.
• Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements.
• Contribute to workflow enhancements and support system or process improvement initiatives.
• Undertake ad hoc duties and assignments as needed.

Requirements:

• University graduate or holder of a recognised accounting qualification. 
• Minimum 4 years’ relevant experience in professional firms or commercial organisations.  
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting; exposure to PRC accounting and taxation practices is an advantage.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and good problem‑solving skills.
• Responsible, well‑organised, and able to work independently under pressure.
• Good communication skills with good command of written English and Chinese.
• Proficient in MS Office applications; knowledge of Oracle or other ERP systems is preferred.

Remuneration and Benefits:

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates are invited to complete the application form on our website. Those who do not hear from us within EIGHT WEEKS after the closing date may assume their applications unsuccessful.

All information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used only for recruitment purposes. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions within the Council. Their personal data will be destroyed six months after the selection is finalised.