Assistant Financial Controller

Role summary

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The Assistant Financial Controller supports the hotel’s financial control, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit coordination and compliance activities. Candidates are expected to hold a degree or professional qualification in accounting, finance or a related discipline, with several years of hotel or hospitality finance experience. Strong knowledge of Hong Kong accounting practices, internal controls, taxation and financial systems is valuable. The role requires accuracy, commercial awareness, confidentiality and the ability to meet reporting deadlines. The successful candidate should be an effective communicator and team leader, able to work closely with department heads, senior management, auditors and regional finance teams while identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational controls.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN and Traders brands. The group is known for Asian-inspired hospitality, attentive personal service and high standards in guest experience. Shangri-La hotels typically provide accommodation, restaurants and bars, meetings and events, wellness facilities and extensive business services. Hong Kong is an important location for the group, with several established properties serving leisure travellers, corporate guests and major events. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to develop through operational training, cross-department experience and regional career mobility. Finance professionals support both daily hotel operations and the wider commercial performance of the property.