Job title: senior financial strategist
the role of the senior financial strategist involves leading a team in financial planning and management, encompassing budgetary control, resource allocation, project evaluation, and regular review of financial positions.
* leading a team to implement financial plans, ensuring effective budgetary control and timely submission of reports to funding bodies.
* acting as a strategic business partner by providing financial guidance to support faculties and academic units, facilitating informed decision-making processes according to established policies and procedures.
* identifying and supporting opportunities for finance transformation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive process improvement initiatives.
the appointee will be responsible for overseeing the team's management of research project accounts to ensure accurate financial reports and their timely submission to funding agencies.
* reviewing and coordinating the preparation of financial reports and analysis across teams, adhering to relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
* preparing management reports for regular budget review exercises to facilitate senior management decisions.
* a professional qualification from a recognized accounting body, such as hkicpa; an additional mba or relevant advanced degree would be advantageous.
* strong leadership and communication skills, a sense of responsibility and commitment, and good interpersonal skills to work effectively with various stakeholders.