Financial Controller (International)

Location: Hong KongReporting to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)About the RoleWe’re looking for a seasoned, hands-on Financial Controller to take end-to-end ownership of global financial reporting, consolidation, compliance and internal controls for our multinational business footprint covering Ireland, Israel, the US and Mexico. Based in Hong Kong, you will standardize accounting practices across multiple jurisdictions, deliver accurate, timely group financial results, and drive consistent financial governance across all overseas subsidiaries.This role is perfectly suited for a Big Four trained accounting professional with deep expertise in complex multi-entity, cross-border consolidation. You will bring robust technical accounting knowledge to streamline global finance processes, partner with regional teams, and support high-quality financial decision-making for senior leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Group ConsolidationLead month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial close cycles for all international subsidiary entitiesPrepare, validate and review group consolidated financial statements in full compliance with IFRSDeliver timely, precise financial reporting to headquarters and executive leadershipAnalyze cross-border financial performance, identify key business trends and deliver data-driven actionable insightsTechnical Accounting & Global ComplianceEnsure group-wide adherence to IFRS, HKFRS/HK GAAP and US GAAP accounting standardsCollaborate with local finance teams and external advisors to meet statutory, financial and tax reporting obligations across Ireland, Israel, the US and MexicoMonitor updates to global accounting standards and regulatory rules, and evaluate and implement group-level impact adjustmentsGlobal Finance Leadership & StandardizationProvide professional financial guidance and operational support to overseas finance teamsStandardize global accounting policies, financial workflows and internal control systems across all entitiesReview balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries and financial reporting packages to ensure accuracy and consistencyUnify accounting treatment and financial governance across all international jurisdictionsInternal Controls & Risk GovernanceBuild, optimize and sustain robust group-wide internal control frameworksIdentify financial and operational risks, and design and execute effective mitigation plansCoordinate internal and external audit procedures, and ensure timely closure of all audit findingsBusiness Partnership & Financial PlanningPartner with regional business leaders to support commercial and strategic decision-making via in-depth financial analysisAdvise on accounting implications for M&A activities, intercompany transactions, new business initiatives and group strategic projectsSupport annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting and long-term group financial planning processesTreasury & Cash ManagementMonitor global cash flow status and group liquidity positionsOversee intercompany funding arrangements, foreign exchange risk exposure and global cash optimization strategiesManage and maintain effective banking relationships for international business operationsProcess Optimization & Finance TransformationDrive continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting workflows and automation capabilitiesLead finance transformation projects and ERP system optimization initiatives as requiredScale industry best practices to boost overall finance team operational efficiencyRequirements & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or a relevant finance disciplineProfessional accounting qualification: CPA, CA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent5+ years of hands-on complex group consolidation experience gained from a Big Four firm (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG)Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with extensive multinational cross-border business exposureProven track record in Financial Controller, Regional Controller or equivalent senior finance leadership rolesIn-depth expertise in group consolidation, intercompany accounting & elimination, foreign currency translation, acquisition accounting and complex consolidation adjustmentsHands-on experience coordinating with global local teams and external auditors in a fast-paced multinational corporate environmentExcellent cross-cultural communication skills, able to collaborate efficiently across different time zones and regulatory environmentsClose to native fluency in English. Interested and qualified candidates please send your updated CV to e.lam@wellesleys.com. Only shortlisted candidates would be notified. Thanks!