Senior Finance Manager (External Financing and Treasury)
Job Summary
FINANCE OFFICE
Senior Finance Manager (External Financing and Treasury) ()
In response to the Universitys expanding financing needs and strategic growth plans a new position of Senior Finance Manager (External Financing and Treasury) is being established. The University is seeking an experienced professional with a strong track record in external financing who will support the Assistant Director of Finance and provide leadership in managing key projects related to external financing treasury operations and assist in overseeing newly established PRC subsidiaries and/or joint ventures.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the external financing projects including preparation of the Request for Proposal (RFP) tender documents for exploring the external financing options such as bond issuance through the Medium-Term Note (MTN) Program banking facilities or other alternatives;
- Evaluate the RFP proposals and perform detailed analysis before presenting findings to managements;
- Prepare committee papers and PowerPoint presentations with recommendations for the Finance Committee and Standing Committee for their consideration and endorsement with final approval from the University Council;
- Serve as recording secretary for the Task Force on External Financing Exercises including drafting meeting minutes and handling related secretariat duties;
- Supervise the preparation of weekly or regular cashflow/financing forecasts including updates of cash flow projections to ensure availability of funds as needed;
- Assist in reporting on accounting operations financial management and disclosures budgeting and auditing of Universitys external financing arrangements;
- Assist in monitoring the financial operation and performance of newly set-up PRC subsidiaries and/or joint ventures to ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations;
- Assist in conducting periodic review on relevant accounting policies procedures and facilitating the implementation of the financial systems as needed; and
- Perform ad-hoc tasks as assigned.
Requirements:
- A bachelors degree in Accounting with a minimum of eight years of relevant experience includingfive years ofsupervisoryexperience gained from sizeable companies;
- Must be a qualified accountant withmembership of a recognised professionalaccounting body;
- Ideally holds a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification;
- Preferably has at least 3-year prior experience in external financing and managing the corporate investment portfolios including MTN program and private assets;
- A strong analytical mindgood interpersonal skills problem solving skills and willingness to accept new challenges;
- Good numerical sense and detailed-minded in planning/execution;
- Strong leadership self-initiative and organisational skills in coaching motivating and retaining talent;
- Excellent presentation and communication skills with ability to convey complex financial information;
- Ability to work under pressure independently and meet tight deadlines; and
- A good command of both written and spokenEnglish and Chinese including Mandarin.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a proficiency test.
The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract for three -appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure:
Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for an interview 8 weeks after submission of applications may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the Universitys Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.
Required Experience:
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