Assistant Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) is founded in 2000 by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. As Hong Kong’s largest government-funded research and development centre, ASTRI is a key force and super‑connector driving innovation and technology advancement in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, and the global innovation ecosystem. This role is strengthened through its merger with Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI).

Committed to bringing high‑impact research from lab to market, ASTRI advances interdisciplinary, market‑driven R&D that delivers practical innovations for industry and meaningful benefits for society.

Its technological strengths and capabilities enable AI‑powered, cross‑disciplinary ICT and advanced materials solutions across Smart City, Financial Technologies, Digital Health and Life Sciences, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC) and Advanced Electronics, New Energy and Energy Storage, and Green and ESG Technologies.

Over the years, ASTRI has cultivated a strong pool of I&T talent and earned numerous international awards for its pioneering innovations and contributions to industry and the community. Following the merger with NAMI, ASTRI’s cumulative global patent portfolio has grown to over 1,500, with more than 2,200 technologies successfully transferred to industry.

With enhanced scale and capabilities, ASTRI is uniquely positioned to elevate Hong Kong’s innovation capacity, accelerate technology commercialisation, and drive societal and economic progress through world‑class applied research.

To support our constant endeavour to position Hong Kong as a world-class smart city and an international hub of innovation and technology, we are seeking qualified professionals to fill the following position(s):

Job Responsibilities: 

• Perform financial due diligence work and risk assessment on industry partners
• Support consolidation and analysis of financial and operational performance trends
• Review project budgets and cash flow forecasts to ensure compliance with relevant guidelines
• Review monthly project statements, perform variance and comparative analysis, and provide recommended actions
• Assist in the billing process and the monitoring of accounts receivable, and follow-up on overdue items
• Prepare reports and presentations to management summarizing findings, risks, and recommendations
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective financial models to support project planning and cash flow forecasting
• Conduct ad hoc analysis and undertake other additional duties as required

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A recognized professional accounting qualification is an advantage
• At least two years of solid experience in finance and/or accounting, preferably from a sizeable organization, Big 4 experience is an advantage
• Candidates with less experience will also be considered
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a critical thinking mindset
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal and presentation skills, including written and oral communication skills
• Highly proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• A good team player with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Live ASTRI value
  

The appointment will be on renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and performance-linked variable pay. Fringe benefits include paid leave, medical, insurance coverage and contribution to MPF. The incumbent will normally work a five-day week.

For interested parties, please submit your application with detailed CV within two weeks of the post date. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. The review of applications will continue until the post is filled.

The resume should not include any sensitive personal information such as ID card no. or passport number, photo, etc.

Position offer is subject to the applicant’s experience and academic qualification. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. ASTRI reserves the right not to fill the position.

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