Well -known European Manufactory Company
Head of Accounting, Greater China
Negotiable
The Head of Accounting – Greater China is responsible for leading all accounting, statutory reporting, tax compliance and internal control activities across the Greater China region. This role plays a critical part in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and strong governance, while supporting business growth in a multi-entity, industrial operating environment.
The role will manage local accounting teams and act as a key finance partner to both regional and global stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Reporting
Lead end-to-end accounting operations for Greater China entities, ensuring timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual close
Oversee statutory financial reporting under PRC GAAP, and ensure smooth reconciliation to IFRS / US GAAP for group reporting
Review balance sheet integrity, major account reconciliations, and financial disclosures
Ensure high-quality reporting packages submitted to regional and global finance teams
Tax, Compliance & Internal Control
Ensure full compliance with PRC accounting, tax and regulatory requirements, including CIT, VAT and transfer pricing
Manage external auditors, tax advisors and statutory authorities
Lead internal control framework and SOX / internal audit requirements (where applicable)
Proactively identify and mitigate financial, tax and compliance risks
Team Leadership & Process Excellence
Lead, develop and coach accounting teams across multiple locations (HQ and plants)
Drive standardization and continuous improvement of accounting policies, processes and controls
Support finance transformation initiatives, including ERP upgrades (e.g. SAP) and process automation
Promote a strong culture of accountability, accuracy and collaboration
Business & Stakeholder Partnering
Partner closely with CFO, Finance Directors, Operations and Business Leaders to support decision-making
Provide accounting and statutory expertise to support business expansion, restructuring or investment projects
Act as key finance representative for Greater China in regional and global discussions