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APAC GL Manager Contractor - Retail <p>Location: Shanghai Xuhui</p><p>We are a leading European retail company with a global presence, renowned for providing exceptional quality and service to our customers. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced General Ledger (GL) Manager to oversee accounting operations for the APAC region. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team, lead a group of talented individuals, and drive financial excellence across one of our key markets.</p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong><br /> The General Ledger (GL) Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of the general ledger and accounting processes for the APAC region while leading and mentoring a team of 6-7 accounting professionals. The role requires deep expertise in retail operations, strong leadership abilities, and prior experience working within the APAC region's dynamic financial and regulatory landscape.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Team Leadership:</strong></li><ul><li>Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 6-7 general ledger and accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.</li><li>Allocate tasks, conduct performance reviews, and support employees in achieving their professional goals.</li></ul><li><strong>Financial Oversight:</strong></li><ul><li>Oversee the APAC region's general ledger accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/quarter-end/year-end close processes.</li><li>Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with both local and international financial reporting standards (IFRS).</li></ul><li><strong>Retail Specialization:</strong></li><ul><li>Leverage expertise in retail accounting to manage inventory costing, revenue recognition, and store operations accounting across the APAC region.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial alignment with retail performance metrics and operational goals.</li></ul><li><strong>Regional Compliance:</strong></li><ul><li>Stay updated on APAC-specific tax regulations, accounting policies, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Act as the point of contact for external auditors or regulatory bodies overseeing the APAC region's financial activities.</li></ul><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong></li><ul><li>Identify areas for process optimization within the general ledger and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Drive automation initiatives for accounting functions by collaborating closely with the company's finance technology teams.</li></ul><li><strong>Stakeholder Management:</strong></li><ul><li>Partner with regional finance teams, senior management, and HQ counterparts to provide insights into regional performance and financial strategies.</li><li>Act as the primary liaison for cross-regional projects related to financial reporting or system implementations.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Qualifications and Skills</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Education:</strong></li><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification is highly regarded.</li></ul><li><strong>Experience:</strong></li><ul><li>At least 5-7 years of experience in accounting or financial management, with a strong focus on general ledger operations.</li><li>Previous experience in the retail industry is mandatory.</li><li>Proven track record of successfully leading and managing teams (minimum 3+ years in a leadership role).</li><li>Prior experience managing financial processes in the APAC region or a strong understanding of its regulatory environment.</li></ul><li><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></li><ul><li>Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Dynamics) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Strong understanding of IFRS and local reporting standards across APAC countries.</li></ul><li><strong>Soft Skills:</strong></li><ul><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultures and regions.</li><li>Highly organized, detail-oriented, and a proactive problem-solver.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership ability to motivate and inspire teams, foster collaboration, and manage workloads effectively.</li></ul></ol><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. 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Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><hr /><p>点击"申请",即表示您明确同意 Robert Half 可以使用您的个人信息来处理您的工作申请,并不时与您联系以获得未来的就业机会。 如需进一步了解 Robert Half 如何处理您的个人信息以及如何访问和更正您的信息,请阅读 Robert Half 隐私声明<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement&amp;data=05|01|[email protected]|45960615caf741a897da08db12e2448b|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|638124535281002861|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&amp;sdata=txey6FkFkoVyheBOucHzeYO1yTcFywlr7N4oX7M8axY=&amp;reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement</a> 。请不要在您的简历中向我们提交任何敏感的个人数据(例如身份证号码、种族、性别、宗教、婚姻状况或工会会员身份),因为我们此时不收集您的敏感个人数据。</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hyaXN0ZWxsZS5mdW5nLjI0OTU0LjEwOTIxQHJoaWNuLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif"> Compliance Officer (交易合规) <ul><li>Development of adequate compliance framework based on the regulatory requirements and business needs, aligned with the policies of HQ<ul><li>Monitoring of changes in the sanctions regimes and applicable regulatory requirements and implementation of necessary updates to the internal policies and procedures, as well as to the technical solutions required for effective automated compliance controls;</li></ul></li><li>Fulfilment of compliance controls, including:<ul><li>Implementation and realisation of KYC and screening processes</li><li>Review and approval of deals and agreements</li><li>Periodic monitoring and testing of transactions, deals and agreements</li><li>Breaches and incidents investigation with further escalation to Top Management and HQ Compliance for review and consideration</li></ul></li><li>Regular compliance risk exposure assessment and reporting to Top Management and HQ Compliance</li><li>Enhancing staff awareness<ul><li>Develop training materials</li><li>Provide induction training as part of employee onboarding</li><li>Provide training employees and key contractors</li><li>Provide awareness campaigns</li></ul></li><li> Advising on compliance related matters to other employees in case of external requests from counterparties, banks, auditors.</li></ul><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Higher education in Law / Economics / Finance / Business ACAMS, ICA certification</li><li>Minimum five (5) years total experience</li><li>Experience in Compliance and Compliance program implementation is mandatory</li><li>Experience in international organizations and/or regulated organizations.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills which enable to work effectively with all department members</li><li>Adequate experience in risk management</li><li>Sound knowledge of legal requirements and controls</li></ul><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. 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Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><hr /><p><em>点击"申请",即表示您明确同意 Robert Half 可以使用您的个人信息来处理您的工作申请,并不时与您联系以获得未来的就业机会。 如需进一步了解 Robert Half 如何处理您的个人信息以及如何访问和更正您的信息,请阅读 Robert Half 隐私声明<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement&amp;data=05|01|[email protected]|45960615caf741a897da08db12e2448b|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|638124535281002861|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&amp;sdata=txey6FkFkoVyheBOucHzeYO1yTcFywlr7N4oX7M8axY=&amp;reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement</a> 。请不要在您的简历中向我们提交任何敏感的个人数据(例如身份证号码、种族、性别、宗教、婚姻状况或工会会员身份),因为我们此时不收集您的敏感个人数据。</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c29waGlhLnlhbmcuMTg3NzkuMTA5MjFAcmhpY24uYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif"> GL Accountant <p>Our client is a reputable MNC. It's a contractor role and with high possibility to covert to FTE of our client.</p><p>Serve as the primary point of communication and collaboration during the financial month-end close process, coordinating with various business partners (e.g. Tax Team, Operational Finance Team, Payroll Team, and Finance Systems Department).</p><p>Prepare and compile general ledger accounting entries to ensure financial statements are compliant with applicable accounting standards.</p><p>Perform reconciliation work on balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy.</p><p>Deliver monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial results and collaborate with the Planning and Budgeting Team to analyze variances in financial data, providing timely submissions to the company and senior management.</p><p>Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements for external regulatory filings (e.g., compliance reports, statutory audit filings).</p><p>Assist in asset classification and asset management.</p><p>Offer routine financial consultation and accounting expertise to business line partners.</p><p>Work closely with direct manager on the leadership and execution of key projects.</p><p>Collaborate with the Internal Audit Department and external financial auditors to facilitate efficient audit processes.</p><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Strong ability to prepare and analyze financial reports with attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Familiarity with managing accounting entries in compliance with accounting standards.</li><li>Experience working with regulatory filings and audit requirements is a plus.</li><li>Proficiency in asset management and reconciliation work is preferred.</li></ul><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><hr /><p>点击"申请",即表示您明确同意 Robert Half 可以使用您的个人信息来处理您的工作申请,并不时与您联系以获得未来的就业机会。 如需进一步了解 Robert Half 如何处理您的个人信息以及如何访问和更正您的信息,请阅读 Robert Half 隐私声明<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement&amp;data=05|01|[email protected]|45960615caf741a897da08db12e2448b|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|638124535281002861|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&amp;sdata=txey6FkFkoVyheBOucHzeYO1yTcFywlr7N4oX7M8axY=&amp;reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement</a> 。请不要在您的简历中向我们提交任何敏感的个人数据(例如身份证号码、种族、性别、宗教、婚姻状况或工会会员身份),因为我们此时不收集您的敏感个人数据。</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJpYW4uWmhhbmcuODI1NDMuMTA5MjFAcmhpY24uYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif"> Risk Auditor <p>Our client is a large banking corporation and it's a 1 year contractor role.</p><p>We are part of a global organization dedicated to delivering cutting-edge assurance solutions through a diverse, high-performing team. Our mission is to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of controls in business processes and risks, ensuring sustainable operations and adherence to regulatory obligations. The culture here fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, while championing inclusivity and integrity.</p><p> </p><p>The Role:</p><ul><li>As a key member of our assurance team, you'll play a pivotal role in developing and implementing forward-thinking methodologies that assess regulatory reporting controls, financial disclosures, and other critical risk areas. Your responsibilities will include:</li><li>Strategizing and Testing: Crafting and executing comprehensive testing plans tailored to business processes and control activities.</li><li>Enhancing Frameworks: Partnering with analytics teams to introduce innovative, continuous testing approaches.</li><li>Delivering Excellence: Producing detailed assessments that meet stringent quality standards, while driving a high-performance team culture.</li><li>Stakeholder Collaboration: Building meaningful relationships across functions, ensuring high alignment with risk stewards and assurance teams.</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Constantly reassessing processes and frameworks to optimize outcomes in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Key Qualifications:</p><ul><li>We're seeking professionals with:</li><li>At least 3 years of experience in compliance, auditing, or risk management within financial services.</li><li>Solid understanding of banking risks, paired with a willingness to master emerging risk types.</li><li>Strong organizational and analytical skills, with proven ability to work with global teams.</li><li>An innovative mindset and proficiency in leveraging assurance automation tools.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in finance, business, law, or related disciplines (Master's degree preferred), and fluency in English.</li></ul><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><hr /><p>点击"申请",即表示您明确同意 Robert Half 可以使用您的个人信息来处理您的工作申请,并不时与您联系以获得未来的就业机会。 如需进一步了解 Robert Half 如何处理您的个人信息以及如何访问和更正您的信息,请阅读 Robert Half 隐私声明<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement&amp;data=05|01|[email protected]|45960615caf741a897da08db12e2448b|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|638124535281002861|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&amp;sdata=txey6FkFkoVyheBOucHzeYO1yTcFywlr7N4oX7M8axY=&amp;reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement</a> 。请不要在您的简历中向我们提交任何敏感的个人数据(例如身份证号码、种族、性别、宗教、婚姻状况或工会会员身份),因为我们此时不收集您的敏感个人数据。</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJpYW4uWmhhbmcuNzQwODkuMTA5MjFAcmhpY24uYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">