A new Macau travel retail Joint Venture company. To start the new business in Macau, we are now inviting high caliber candidates to overseas the Finance function. This position will report directly to the Board of Directors of the Joint Venture Company. Responsibilities • Oversee and manage the accounting operations teams, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting of all parties. • Act as a strategic partner to the General Manager and collaborate closely with department heads or Joint Venture partners for sales, marketing, operations, and supply chain function to drive the company's financial performance. • Take a proactive approach in optimizing the company's financial performance, contributing to the growth of both top and bottom-line. • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies, and procedures, and maintain strong internal controls. • Hand on in month-end closing activities, including preparation of financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analysis. • Handle the day-to-day accounting operations, including bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger maintenance. • Manage external audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting. • Set up bank account and ERP, and manage financial transactions. • Collaborate with the company secretary to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, licence application, etc. • Maintain effective cash flow management, including oversight of accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger (GL) functions. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. CPA or equivalent qualification is mandatory. • Extensive experience in a similar Financial Controller or senior-level finance role within the Retail industry. • At least 6 years of MNC experience at managerial level. • Strong understanding of Retail market dynamics, including key drivers, challenges, and trends. • Proven ability to serve as a strategic finance business partner, collaborating with various department heads. • Solid knowledge of financial operations and accounting principles, including month-end closing, AP, AR, GL, audit, tax, and consolidation. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations. • At ease with SAP system and reporting tools, proficient in Microsoft Excel, • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels of the organization. • Detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy and adherence to deadlines. • Fluency in English & Cantonese is essential