APAC Finance Process & Transformation Manager, Global Private Equity

APAC Finance Process & Transformation Manager, Global Private Equity

• Global Alternative Manager with USD450bn AUM
• APAC Finance & Accounting Tech/System Management
• Rewarding Career & Exciting Tech Lead

Mission: This is an expansion APAC headcount to drive the Technology, Automation, Streamlining for Finance & Accounting Process, Operations and Reporting to cater for the group’s business expansion and global standards.

Based in HK, this role functions as a key bridge between regional finance operations and global technology leadership. The position combines deep regional finance and tax domain knowledge with hands-on technology capabilities—to optimize processes, financial systems, build tailored solutions/reportings, and modernize regional financial operations.

Our Client

Working in partnership with the most established global private equity firm with over USD 450bn AUM to search for quality APAC Finance Process, Automation Transformation Specialist .

Job Duties

• Regional SME & Finance Tech/Systems Lead: Own APAC finance process architecture, ensuring local operations and tax/regulatory requirements (GST, withholding tax, multi-currency) align with global platforms.
• AI & Tech Champion: Lead AI and tech adoption (GenAI, SQL, BI) to automate regional workflows and modernize finance operations.
• Hands-on Solution Delivery: Build low-code apps (Power Platform, Appian) and custom scripts (Python, SQL, VBA) to solve business challenges, managing Agile delivery from requirements through UAT.
• Global Bridge: Serve as the primary liaison between APAC users and US Finance/IT leadership, managing time zones and aligning cross-regional stakeholders.
• Operational Support & Enablement: Support APAC financial close cycles, resolve system issues, and train regional teams on self-service automation tools.

Requirements

• Edcation: Well qualified graduate in Finance, Accounting, Information System or related discipline
• Background: 6+ years in regional finance & accounting operations, business systems, or process improvement with international asset management, alternative investments, private equity, or corporate finance.
• Tech Capabilities: Hands-on experience building low-code apps and writing practical scripts (Python, SQL, VBA).
• AI Mindset: Active experience applying Generative AI, BI tools (Power BI, Sigma), and smart workflows to solve real finance problems.
• APAC Finance/Accounting Expertise: Solid grasp of regional tax and regulatory nuances (GST, withholding taxes, multi-currency, cross-border flows).
• Execution & Influence: Proven ability to manage cross-border projects, write functional specs in Agile environments (Jira), and align global stakeholders.
• Seasoned Global and Regional Project/Stakeholder Management: Proven track record in driving and implementing Finance/Accounting Process and Systems related projects that required strong adaption to working across different time zone.
• Languages: Professional fluency in English; proficiency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin is strongly preferred.
• In-House Fund Accounting & Operations Expo
• Friendly International Asset Manager

• Report to Regional Head of Fund Accounting & Operations
• Integrated functions from corporate financial reporting, NAV and fund operations by working closely with external fund administrators
• Conduct detailed reviews of financial statements and investors reports
• Global Industry Leader in Private Wealth Mgmt
• Friendly Int’l Environment & Worklife Balance

• As part of the North Asia Regional Finance & Accounting Department
• Accountable for preparing Head Office and Regulatory Reporting
• Active participation of finance system and streamlining projects that called for extensive liaison with HQ
• Regional Business Performance Analytics & Planning
• Expansion North Asia Headcount

• Provide insightful and value-added business performance/financial analytics to North Asia Branch CEO and senior management across the region/headquarters
• As part of the global finance function to support business planning/development, annual budget and liquidity planning thru providing advisory to bankers/line managers/business heads across the business/product teams, case reviews for growth strategy
• Identify cost control measures and expenses review
• Excellent Learning Opportunity & Exposure

As part of the CFO office, you will be entrusted with the following accountabilities

• Responsible for the GP Finance, Corporate & Financial Accounting, Audit and Taxation aspects
• Responsible for coordinating with internal/external counterparts for financial reporting to ensure the compliance with local GAAPs
• Oversight internal/external audit to fulfil local statutory/group reporting requirements