Job Description

About Us

Our client is a world-leading professional services network, providing audit, tax, and advisory services to many of the world's most prestigious and complex organizations. Their Hong Kong practice is a critical hub for the Asia-Pacific region, serving a diverse client base including multinational corporations, privately owned businesses, and a significant number of high-profile listed companies and IPO candidates. We are committed to delivering quality and excellence in all we do to build a better working world.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving growth, leading high-performing teams, and serving as a trusted advisor to our clients most significant clients. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing our market reputation, developing their people, and contributing to the strategic direction of their audit practice.

Key Responsibilities

1. Client Leadership & Business Development:

• Lead, manage, and expand a significant portfolio of listed company audits and high-profile IPO engagements.
• Act as the key point of contact and trusted business advisor for C-suite executives and Audit Committee chairs.
• Drive the firm's business development strategy for the capital markets sector, identifying and securing new audit and assurance opportunities.
• Leverage an extensive network of contacts within the HK business community, investment banks, law firms, and private equity to generate new leads.

2. IPO & Capital Markets Specialization:

• Serve as the Engagement Leader and Key Audit Partner for complex IPO projects, guiding clients through the entire listing process on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX).
• Provide expert advice on HKEX listing rules, IFRS, and regulatory requirements relevant to IPO candidates.
• Lead the execution of reporting accountant services, including the preparation of working capital reports, profit forecasts, and long-form reports.
• Liaise effectively with regulators, including the HKEX and the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC).

3. Audit Quality & Technical Excellence:

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality audit services in compliance with the firm's global audit methodology and all relevant professional and regulatory standards (HKICPA, IFRS, etc.).
• Provide ultimate sign-off on audit opinions for a portfolio of listed and other public interest entities.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence within the team.

4. Team Leadership & People Development:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a large team of managers and senior staff, acting as a role model and coach.
• Drive the recruitment, retention, and development of top talent, with a focus on building future leaders for the firm.
• Create an inclusive and high-performance environment that encourages collaboration and professional growth.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Accountant: Must hold a CPA qualification from a recognized body (e.g., HKICPA) or an equivalent internationally recognized qualification.
• Partner Track Record: Proven experience as an Audit Partner, or a Director with a clear and imminent path to partnership, at a major international accounting firm.
• Deep IPO Expertise: A demonstrable and extensive track record of leading and successfully delivering multiple IPO engagements for clients listing on the HKEX. Experience with both Main Board and GEM listings is highly valued.
• Technical Proficiency: Expert knowledge of Hong Kong auditing standards, IFRS, and corporate governance codes. Familiarity with US GAAP and SEC regulations is a strong advantage.
• Client Portfolio: The ability to transfer and grow a significant client portfolio is highly desirable.
• Leadership & Influence: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at the most senior levels.
• Commercial Acumen: A strong commercial mindset with a proven ability to identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin is highly advantageous for effective client and market engagement.

What We Offer

• A competitive Partner-level compensation package with significant earning potential.
• The platform and brand of a world-leading professional services firm.
• The opportunity to work with the most prestigious clients in the region on their most complex challenges.
• A central role in shaping the future of our market-leading audit practice.
• Unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.