Senior Finance Manager (Payroll & Retirement Benefit Section)

Hong Kong Baptist University

Duties & Responsibilities

Supervise a team of 13 accounting staff and assist the Assistant Director of Finance.
Oversee accurate and timely processing of staff payroll, compensation, retirement, and fringe benefits.
Supervise administration of retirement benefit schemes and outpatient medical claims in compliance with policies.
Serve as recording secretary for the Provident Fund Supervisory Board, including drafting minutes.
Coordinate with service providers and Human Resources on staff medical, insurance, and retirement benefit plans.
Lead implementation and continuous improvement of payroll processes, systems, and internal controls.
Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and auditing staff payroll and benefits expenditures.
Provide guidance on complex payroll and benefits issues and resolve staff queries.
Monitor changes in labour laws, taxation, and compliance regulations affecting payroll and retirement benefits.
Prepare reports and analyses on payroll and retirement benefits for management review.
Review accounting policies and procedures related to payroll and benefits administration.

Bachelor's degree in accounting with minimum eight years of relevant experience.
At least five years of solid supervisory experience gained from sizeable companies.
Qualified accountant with membership of a recognised professional accounting body.
Strong analytical mind with good interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Good numerical sense and attention to detail in planning and execution.
Strong leadership, self-initiative, and organisational skills for coaching and motivating staff.
Ability to work under pressure independently and meet tight deadlines.
Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, including Mandarin.