Finance Assistant Manager

About Preface

Preface is a global EdTech with the mission to enable learners with up-trend tech knowledge and skills anytime, anywhere, and in any format. We have been living and breathing by the motto “there isn’t a thing that cannot be learnt.

With the vision to increase the overall tech literacy of the world, Preface is known to provide market-leading education solutions to fulfill the ever-changing learning & customized-development needs of learners and corporates worldwide

Our journey started in Hong Kong, tackling the issues of our traditional education model to cultivate future global talents through customized, uptrend, and bitesize learning. In 2018, we started “Preface Coffee & Wine” to bring the immersive lifestyle learning experience to life. 

In 2021, with the world’s growing awareness and demand of tech education that works, Preface secured a 6M USD Series A funding. Since then, we have partnered with a range of global companies, such as Meta, IWC, Warner Music and more to showcase the possibility of technology across all industries. 

2022 and 2023 is a phase of expansion and automation. We are expanding the Preface Ecosystem globally to London, Singapore, Japan, and more and at the same time developing cutting edge technology in preparation for Preface 2.0. We are just getting started.

About the Role

Your key responsibilities will be in the following areas:

• Take ownership in daily accounting operations

• Support in preparing month-end closing, schedules and reports

• Support treasury functions in preparing payments, maintaining record of cash and cash equivalents, and checking expense claims

• Monitoring of accounts receivable and liaise with internal and external parties on invoicing and payment matters

• Coordinate with other teams on payment and financial arrangements

• Participate in stocktake, fixed assets and cash counting activities

• Contribute to digital transformation of internal systems, assisting the team in planning and ensuring smooth transitions

• Assist in development of standard operating procedures to enhance business operational efficiencies

• Assist in liaising with external auditors on statutory audits and tax filings

• Perform any ad hoc duties as assigned

• Internal grading : Lead or Assistant Manager

About You

As an ideal candidate, you will display the following core competencies:

• Detail-oriented with good sense for numbers

• Self-motivated, able to work under pressure and tight deadlines

• Highly organized and able to multitask while maintaining attention to details in a busy and agile environment

• Willing to challenge themselves and adaptable to a fast-paced environment

• Passionate about Education, Technology, and Lifestyle

Requirements

• Degree holder or above in Finance & Accounting or Business Administration or related disciplines

• A qualified CPA or a CPA student

• 3+ years relevant experience. Work experience in startup company will be a plus

• Proficient in computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office. Experience in various accounting systems, such as Xero, is an advantage

• Good understanding of accounting standards

• Details minded; Multi-tasking and capable to manage tight schedule

• Self-motivated, independent, hardworking and responsible

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese

Becoming a Prefacer 

We believe that our talent is what differentiates us from the world. Our People Team is dedicated to maximize the potential of our talents through developing traits, skills, and knowledge that will help you become an effective business leader.

Our culture of collaboration and growth is what enables us to stay innovative and supportive throughout the speed ride of growth. 

In addition to high growth opportunities, we also offer a range of perks and benefits to our talents: 

• We care about your wellbeing
  • Competitive health insurance
  • Complimentary food & beverage for you and your loved ones at Preface Coffee & Wine
• We care about your growth & development
  • Complimentary tech knowledge upskilling
  • Global exposure
  • Great career development opportunities in a growing company
  • Do meaningful work - be part of the future of education technology and a leading force in the industry
• We care about your day to day
  • Premium working locations
  • Casual work attire