Finance Manager

ABOUT SOTHEBY'S

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Synonymous with innovation, Sotheby’s promotes access, connoisseurship and preservation of fine art and rare objects through auctions, private sales and retail locations. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 50 categories, which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Interiors, among many others.

The Role

Prepare and maintain the full set of accounts accurately. Manage 3 senior accountants. Identify and implement process improvements. Business partner with business director group and some corporate functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting and FP&A :

Prepare monthly closing for Sotheby’s Hong Kong and Sotheby’s Singapore

Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for the two companies

Prepare monthly commentary on the P&L and forecast for Asia

Lead in year-end budget planning and monthly forecast

Liaise with global auditors for local and group audits, including preparation of the Hong Kong and Singapore financial statements

Others :

Perform analysis on complex auction deals

Business partner with the commercial finance team

Review balance sheet reconciliations prepared by the senior accountants

Review and approve journals on SAP prepared by the senior accountants

Payment approval

Identify areas of improvement in the current process and implement changes where appropriate

Participate in ad-hoc duties and special projects as required

Operate at all times in line with corporate governance and compliance policies, practices and procedures

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

Degree level or equivalent, HKICPA / ACCA / ACA qualified

7 years+ of solid accounting and auditing experience (Big 4 trained preferred)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English and Cantonese / or Mandarin essential, must be able to read and write Chinese

Previous experience with SAP is a plus but not essential

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Good organisational skills with proven ability of meeting deadlines

Detail oriented, set high demand in quality of work, effectively maintain confidentiality and preserve integrity of sensitive information / data

Ability to work under pressure, and a flexible approach to a wide range of tasks

Ability to work flexible hours in addition to normal business hours