Company Overview

Mizuho has a long-term commitment to the Hong Kong market. With strong ties to Mizuho’s global network and a workforce of over 600 staff in Hong Kong, we are able to help corporations in Hong Kong to expand their business worldwide. Our clients primarily comprise Japanese and non-Japanese corporations (including those domiciled in the PRC), financial institutions, and government and quasi-government organizations. We provide a full spectrum of corporate banking services to our customers including syndicated loans, treasury, transaction banking, financial advisory, project finance, merger and acquisition, leveraged finance, and structured finance.

Why Mizuho

At Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone.

It is the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition and drive, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world.

About the team

Financial Accounting Section is responsible for financial, regulatory and tax reporting function including HKMA returns and tax computation. It also handles bank reconciliation and accounting operation control function.

Role requirements

• Manage Daily Accounting Operation Control (AOC) Team such as Bank Reconciliations, Suspense Accounts, Sundry Accounts monitoring…etc and handle month-end and year end closing process;
• Review and prepare monthly internal control reports and monthly reports to head office;
• Ensure internal controls policies are complied with SOX regulations;
• Maintain good internal controls and ensure effectiveness in financial reporting;
• Undertake ad hoc projects and assignments as required;
• Support Accounting Function for different business
• Support Duco Project;
• Supervise and manage AOC Team with three subordinates.

Essential Functions

• Manage Daily Accounting Operation Control Team such as Bank Reconciliations, Suspense Accounts, Sundry Accounts monitoring…etc and handle month-end and year end closing process.
• Review and prepare monthly internal control reports and monthly reports to head office
• Ensure internal controls policies are complied with SOX regulations
• Maintain good internal controls and ensure effectiveness in financial reporting

Competencies

• Good team player with excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated with good problem-solving skills
• Good integrity

Work experience, education and skills

• Over 5 years of relevant experience in Accounting Operation Control in the banking industry
• Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Qualified accountant will be at advantage
• Good command of both spoken and written English, Cantonese, Mandarin is preferred
• Good communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work under pressure
• Have excellent attention to detail and adhere strictly to rules, standards, and deadlines
• Proficient in MS Office, particular in Excel

Application

Employment of the in-scope positions are subject to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme (MRCS) as per regulatory requirement. For details, please refer to (Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 I The Hong Kong Association of Banks).

Please indicate your current and expected salary on CV for the application.

Mizuho Bank Limited

Mizuho Bank, Ltd. in Hong Kong is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG). The Mizuho group is a global financial services leader with offices in 35 countries, approximately 52,000 employees, and assets of almost USD 2 trillion. Mizuho provides expertise in retail banking, corporate finance, investment banking, asset management, capital markets, and sales and trading, to help businesses develop and find new opportunities for growth. To learn more: www.mizuhogroup.com

Mizuho’s People Philosophy

The Mizuho People Philosophy serves as the guiding standard for embodying Mizuho’s Corporate Identity. It establishes the fundamental philosophy for the ways we support people within Mizuho, based on our belief that our people’s growth and fulfillment are essential to achieving our corporate goals. Mizuho is committed to:

• Supporting the professional growth of people
• Recognizing people who promote Mizuho’s Values
• Fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive as their true selves

The full text for the Mizuho People Philosophy can be accessed via this link:

https://www.mizuhogroup.com/sustainability/social/employees

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