Associate Director / Manager (Registration)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and process applications for the issuance and renewal of practising certificates for certified public accountants (CPA), and for the registration of audit firms, corporate practices and Public Interest Entity (PIE) auditors.

• Lead or support the continuous enhancement of the AFRC's risk-based auditor registration policies, drawing on market research and regulatory developments in Hong Kong and internationally.

• Manage and maintain the AFRC's online registration system and work with other teams for necessary system enhancement.

• Apply relevant provisions of the AFRC Ordinance and the department's operations manual in day-to-day decisions in relation to registration and policy-setting

• Contribute to AFRC's AI tools and other technology initiatives that strengthen registration process and policies.

• Collaborate with fellow regulators, professional bodies, audit firms and international counterparts to share insights and support a resilient, future-ready accounting profession.

• Support the department's growth and contribute to its strategic objectives.

• Fulfil other responsibilities as assigned.
   

Requirements​

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related discipline.

• At least 7 years of relevant experience and proven team leadership, preferably in licensing or similar regulatory roles.

• Passion and strong commitment to building a long-term career within a regulatory body, with a proactive and accountable approach.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail, sound judgement, and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently in a dynamic environment.

• Excellent interpersonal, relationship management and presentation skills, with effective communication across a range of stakeholders.  

• Strong command of written and spoken English and Chinese.
   

A competitive package will be offered to the successful candidate.

To submit your application, please email to [email protected].

Data held by the AFRC relating to employment applications will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purposes only. Applicants who are not contacted within six weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful. The AFRC will retain their applications for a maximum of one year.