Accountant

Role summary

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The Accountant supports accurate financial reporting, month-end closing, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, budgeting, audit preparation, and compliance with company policies and Hong Kong regulations. Candidates typically need a degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, with relevant hotel or commercial accounting experience preferred. Professional qualifications such as HKICPA, ACCA, or equivalent are advantageous. The role requires strong Excel and accounting-system skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, sound numerical ability, and effective communication. The successful candidate is expected to work independently, meet strict deadlines, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate professionally with operational departments and auditors.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its brands are known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, distinctive guest experiences, and strong attention to detail. Shangri-La properties employ teams across rooms, food and beverage, finance, engineering, wellness, events, and guest services. In Hong Kong, the group has established luxury hotels serving business and leisure travelers, including properties in Kowloon and on Hong Kong Island. The company generally offers structured hotel operations, multicultural workplaces, training opportunities, and career mobility across its regional network. An accounting position would support reliable financial control and commercial performance within a fast-paced, service-focused environment.

Working in Hong Kong

Hong Kong offers strong opportunities in hospitality, finance, accounting, retail, technology, logistics, and professional services. Its culture blends Cantonese traditions with international influences, and workplaces are generally fast-paced, hierarchical, and multilingual; English is widely used in business, while Cantonese is valuable for daily life. The lifestyle combines dense urban neighborhoods, excellent public transport, shopping, dining, nightlife, beaches, hiking, and nearby islands. Housing is expensive, so many newcomers share apartments or live farther from central districts. Foreign professionals normally need an employment visa sponsored by a local employer, with approval based on qualifications, a confirmed role, and market-appropriate pay. Dependants may usually apply for dependant visas. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, insurance, banking, and an HK identity card after approval. Winters are mild, summers hot and humid, and typhoons can affect travel.