Financial Analyst, Financial Services - up to 47k per month

The Company

My client is a prominent and respected financial service in Hong Kong, dedicated to securing the financial futures of our clients. They are committed to operational excellence, prudent financial management, and sustainable growth. As we continue to enhance our financial governance and strategic decision-making, we are seeking a meticulous and analytical Financial Analyst to join our dynamic team.

The Role

Management Expense Analysis & Reporting:

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual analysis of management expenses against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Prepare detailed management expense reports for department heads and senior leadership, highlighting key drivers, variances, and trends.
• Allocate and apportion expenses accurately to relevant departments, business units, and products in accordance with internal policies.
• Budgeting & Forecasting:
• Lead the annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting processes for all management expenses.
• Work closely with budget holders across various departments (e.g., Operations, IT, Marketing, HR) to develop realistic and challenging expense plans.
• Maintain and improve the financial models used for expense forecasting.

Management Expense Analysis & Reporting:

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual analysis of management expenses against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Prepare detailed management expense reports for department heads and senior leadership, highlighting key drivers, variances, and trends.
• Allocate and apportion expenses accurately to relevant departments, business units, and products in accordance with internal policies.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Lead the annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting processes for all management expenses.
• Work closely with budget holders across various departments (e.g., Operations, IT, Marketing, HR) to develop realistic and challenging expense plans.
• Maintain and improve the financial models used for expense forecasting.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Qualified or part-qualified Accountant (HKICPA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, management accounting, or FP&A, preferably within the insurance, financial services, or a large regulated industry.
• Proven expertise in management expense analysis, budgeting, and forecasting is essential.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Fluency in English and Cantonese is required;
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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