Financial Accountant

About Schroders

Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.

Job Description

Financial Accountant

About Schroders

Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms. Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.

Reporting line:

The role reports to the Head of Finance, North Asia excluding Japan.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post accounting journals, maintain accurate accounting records and ensure transactions are processed in a timely manner.
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities across multiple legal entities.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances and follow up on outstanding items.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial data across finance systems.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and coordinate supporting information for external audits.
• Support regulatory reporting requirements.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies and established finance procedures.
• Assist with expense claims and purchase order (PO) process. Monitor operating expenses and assist in budget management.
• Assist with process improvements, system enhancements, reporting automation and finance transformation projects to improve operational efficiency.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external service providers on day-to-day finance, operational and reporting matters.
• Perform other ad hoc finance, reporting and operational duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (HKICPA, ACCA, AICPA or equivalent) is preferred.
• Big 4 experience is a plus.
• 2-3 years' experience in external audit, financial accounting or financial control, preferably gained within fund houses, PE/VC or other asset management businesses.
• Good understanding of IFRS/HKFRS and statutory reporting requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese.

We Recognise Potential, Whoever You Are

Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic. We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.

About Us

We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.