Lead - R2R

About Us

The Adecco Group is a Global Fortune 500 leader in HR solutions, operating in over 60 countries with 34,000+ employees. Our mission is to make the future work for everyone—and we’re looking for a dynamic leader to help us drive that vision forward.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Accountant / Lead R2R with strong technical accounting capabilities and hands-on experience in statutory reporting, tax compliance, and audit management. You’ll lead month-end closing, elevate reporting quality, and be a key liaison with our external advisors and regional/global finance stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Own monthly close activities end‑to‑end, including journals, accruals, provisions, and balance sheet reconciliations; drive close efficiency and accuracy while meeting tight timelines.

• Prepare and review high‑quality management accounts and analytical reports for management decision‑making

• Ensure reporting is timely and fully aligned with group policies, IFRS/HKFRS, and internal controls; partner closely with regional and global finance teams.

• Lead continuous improvement of close processes, account reconciliations, and documentation (SOPs), tightening controls and reducing manual work.

• Support/lead annual statutory financial statements preparation and coordination with company secretary on statutory filings, where applicable.

• Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance (e.g., Hong Kong Profits Tax), including tax packs, returns, and liaison with tax advisers; ensure timely submission and robust documentation.

• Manage tax accounting, support tax provisions during month-end and year-end, and reconcile tax accounts.

• Identify tax risks/opportunities and implement improvements to strengthen compliance and optimize effective tax rate where feasible.

• Lead the annual statutory audit, acting as the primary contact for external auditors; plan the audit timeline, prepare audit schedules, and resolve queries promptly.

• Investigate accounting and compliance issues, perform root-cause analysis, and partner with relevant departments to implement corrective actions.

• Strengthen internal controls and compliance frameworks; propose and implement remediation plans and monitoring.

• Provide timely, insightful analysis to non‑finance stakeholders to support business decisions and performance management.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally to resolve operational accounting matters and implement policy updates in line with group standards.

• Support ad‑hoc assignments and projects as directed by management (e.g., system enhancements, process automation, new business initiatives).

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

• Professional qualification (HKICPA / ACCA or equivalent) preferred (but not necessary)

• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in financial accounting and reporting; Big 4 / audit training a plus.

• Solid knowledge of IFRS/HKFRS, tax accounting basics, and statutory reporting requirements.

• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail; able to manage competing deadlines under pressure.

• Effective communicator; excellent written and spoken English and Cantonese.

• Collaborative team player who embraces change and continuously improves processes

• Immediately available is preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• A collaborative and inclusive work culture.

• Exposure to diverse industries and strategic HR initiatives.

• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on lives and communities.
  

Posting date: 26-03-2026