Assistant Finance Manager

Job Description

The Assistant Finance Manager is responsible for ensuring financial compliance, statutory and group reporting, maintenance of robust internal controls, and providing financial support to project-based operations. The role requires strong technical accounting expertise in PRC GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP, along with a solid understanding of project accounting, revenue recognition, contract management, and the financial operations of a construction consulting business.

The position serves as a key liaison between business team, auditors, tax advisors, and external regulatory authorities.

Key Responsibilities

Project Finance Management 

• Understand project lifecycle from proposal, contract award, project execution, billing, collection, and project close-out.
• Monitor project financial performance and profitability.
• Support project managers in project budgeting and cost monitoring.
• Review project costs, labor utilization, subcontractor charges, and project margins.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition under applicable accounting standards (IFRS 15, ASC 606, and PRC requirements).
• Assess project contracts and determine appropriate revenue and cost recognition treatment, review unbilled revenue, deferred revenue, and revenue accruals.
• Monitor contract compliance and financial risks associated with client contracts.
• Monitor subcontract payment to ensure a pay when paid policy.
• Interpret accounting implications of contract modifications, claims, and variation orders.

Financial Reporting & Accounting Compliance

• Ensure accounting records are maintained accurately and in accordance with PRC GAAP.
• Support preparation of group reporting packages under IFRS and/or US GAAP.
• Analyze differences between PRC GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP and prepare necessary adjustments.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures.

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Monitor compliance with PRC accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with SOX requirements where applicable.
• Support implementation and monitoring of corporate governance policies.
• Identify compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation supporting internal control frameworks.
• Liaise with tax advisors on complex tax matters to ensure tax compliance

Audit Management

• Coordinate annual external audits and statutory audits.
• Act as primary contact for auditors.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Drive timely resolution of audit findings and management letter points.

Process Improvement and team supervision

• Strengthen accounting processes and internal controls.
• Drive automation and standardization initiatives.
• Improve reporting quality and efficiency.
• Supervise and review the daily work performed by the Assistant Accountants to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching on accounting treatment, compliance requirements, and company procedures.
• Participate in ERP implementation and finance transformation projects when required.

助理财务经理负责确保公司财务合规、法定报表及集团报表的编制、维护健全的内部控制体系，并为项目制运营提供财务支持。该岗位需具备PRC GAAP、IFRS及US GAAP方面的扎实专业能力，同时熟悉项目会计、收入确认、合同管理及工程咨询类企业的财务运作流程。本岗位也是业务团队、审计师、税务顾问及外部监管机构之间的关键沟通桥梁。

岗位职责

项目财务管理

• 理解项目全生命周期：从投标、合同签订、项目执行、开票、回款到项目关闭的全流程
• 监控项目财务表现及盈利能力
• 协助项目经理进行项目预算编制和成本监控
• 审核项目成本、人工利用率、分包商费用及项目利润
• 确保按适用会计准则（IFRS 15、ASC 606及PRC要求）进行收入确认
• 评估项目合同，确定收入及成本的适当处理方式，审核未开票收入、递延收入及收入预提
• 监控客户合同的合规性及相关财务风险
• 监控分包付款，确保执行背靠背付款政策
• 解读合同变更、索赔及变更订单的会计影响

财务报告与会计核算合规

• 确保会计核算准确无误，并符合PRC GAAP的要求
• 协助编制IFRS和/或US GAAP下的集团报表包
• 分析PRC GAAP、IFRS及US GAAP之间的差异，并编制必要的调整
• 审核月度、季度及年度财务报表
• 管理月结及年结工作
• 审核资产负债表对账，确保未清项及时处理
• 确保符合集团会计政策及流程

监管合规与公司治理

• 监控PRC会计、税务及监管要求的合规性
• 维护良好的内部控制环境，并在适用情况下确保符合SOX要求
• 支持公司治理政策的实施与监控
• 识别合规风险并提出纠正措施
• 维护支持内部控制框架的相关文档
• 就复杂税务事项与税务顾问沟通，确保税务合规

审计管理

• 协调年度外部审计及法定审计工作
• 担任审计师的主要对接人
• 准备审计明细表及支持性文件
• 推动审计发现及管理层建议书的及时解决

流程优化与团队管理

• 强化会计流程和内部控制
• 推动自动化及标准化建设
• 提升报告质量与效率
• 监督和审核助理会计的日常工作，确保准确性、完整性，并符合公司政策及会计准则
• 就会计处理、合规要求及公司流程提供技术指导与培训
• 根据需要参与ERP实施及财务转型项目

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) is preferred.
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting, or Auditing experience, preferably in Big 4 or construction consulting industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and internal controls.
• Hands-on experience overseeing Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL) processes.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis is an advantage.
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics) implementations is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
• Familiarity with internal controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Personal Attributes

• Takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and ensures deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Proactive and hands-on, with a positive "can-do" attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Collaborative team player who fosters a positive working environment and supports the development of team members.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
• Results-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to build effective relationships across functions.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates resilience and adaptability in managing changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the bigger business picture.

岗位要求

• 本科及以上学历，会计、财务或相关专业
• 持有专业会计资格（如ACCA、CPA或同等证书）者优先
• 5–8年会计或审计相关工作经验，有四大会计师事务所或工程咨询行业背景者优先
• 深刻理解会计准则、财务报告标准及内部控制
• 具备应付账款（AP）、应收账款（AR）及总账（GL）流程的实操管理经验
• 有预算编制、预测及财务分析经验者优先
• 有ERP系统（Microsoft Dynamics）实施经验者优先
• 精通Microsoft Excel及Power BI
• 熟悉内部控制、风险管理及监管合规要求
• 勇于担当，对交办工作高度负责，确保交付物准确、按时完成
• 积极主动、务实肯干，具备积极的"我能行"心态，乐于接受新挑战
• 具备团队协作精神，营造积极的工作氛围，支持团队成员成长
• 致力于持续学习与职业发展
• 结果导向，能在快节奏、动态变化的环境中高效工作
• 具备跨部门建立有效合作关系的能力
• 高度诚信、专业，严守机密信息
• 自我驱动、足智多谋，能在较少监督下独立完成工作
• 具备问题解决思维，能够识别问题、提出解决方案并推动持续改进
• 在应对不断变化的优先级时展现出韧性及适应力
• 注重细节，同时具备把握整体业务大局的能力
   

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