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Pui-yi Leung

Certified Public Accountant
Hong Kong

Summary

To obtain a position that utilizes my experience and knowledge in Oracle, financial reporting, internal audit, and risk management and enables me to make a positive contribution to the company.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Assistant Manager (Finance)

Occupational Safety and Health Council
04.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: the statutory body of promotion of higher standards of safety and health for people at work; fosters greater awareness among the community, promotes education and training, and provides consultancy services
  • Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations while optimizing resources for maximum output.
  • Manage month-end closing, review accounting entries and various reports like cash flow report, bank reconciliation, accounts receivable and accounts payable reports and staff reimbursement report
  • Support financial related and audit matters for the Council and government projects, including reviewing financial reports, audited financial statements and financial operation procedures and guidelines to ensure control and procedures are in place
  • Assist budget planning and monitoring
  • Undertake committee and related work for reporting to Finance & Administration Committee and Audit Committee
  • Participate in system implementation of Oracle NetSuite, co-ordinate with Oracle solution provider and assist in process re-engineering and making recommendations
  • Played a key role in implementing Oracle NetSuite, leading user training sessions to ensure successful adoption across the team.
  • Manage banking relationships, co-ordinate with banks to arrange time deposits and explore investment opportunities
  • Lead a team of 5 subordinates to handle daily operation of finance and procurement, ensuring sufficient task completion and professional development
  • Government-funded project: The Recycling Fund under Environmental Protection Department
  • Clients: Hong Kong Housing Authority; Hong Kong Housing Society; and Hong Kong government departments

Internal Audit Officer

Vocational Training Council
01.2011 - 06.2014
  • Company Overview: the largest vocational education, training and professional development group in Hong Kong; provides valuable credentials for some 250 000 students each year through a full range of pre-employment and in-service programs with internationally recognized qualifications
  • Developed and executed risk-based audit programs and test templates for the evaluation of operating and financial systems to ensure the processes, activities and systems are in compliance with established policies, regulations and procedures of the Council and laws
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of control procedures through interviews and walk-through, compile reports/statistics on audit findings and observations, recommended improvement measures/best practices, and monitored progress of the improvement plans of clients
  • Maintained independence throughout all stages of the audit process while fostering a collaborative working environment that encouraged open dialogue about risk management concerns.
  • Undertook committee and related work for reporting to the Audit Committee
  • Supervised, coached and coordinated assignments of a team of 3 subordinates
  • Clients: Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, Youth College and Pro-Act by VTC in education industry; and The T-Hotel in hotel and hospitality-related industries

Audit Senior

Russell Bedford Hong Kong Limited
07.2010 - 01.2011
  • Prepared and executed audit plans, performed analytical analysis, compiled audited financial statements and consolidated financial statements
  • Conducted internal control reviews, recommended improvements to weaknesses and controls
  • Supervised and trained entry and mid-level associates
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.

Senior Associate

RSM Nelson Wheeler
04.2008 - 02.2010
  • Company Overview: the seventh largest network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms in the world; provides risk management consulting services that are relevant to and focused on client’s specific requirements, and customizes solutions based on clients’ needs and business nature
  • Performed pre-IPO internal control reviews and internal audit services for both listed and private companies in industries including manufacturing, trading, education, NGO and investment holdings, etc
  • Drafted internal control review reports
  • Drafted accounting and management system control manual, policies and procedures
  • Traveled extensively to many cities in PRC
  • Clients: Adidas Hong Kong Limited and Arts Optical International Holdings Limited in manufacturing and trading industry; Far East Group Limited in building and construction industry; and The Canadian International School of Hong Kong Limited in education industry

Audit Senior

Louis Lai & Luk CPAs
05.2006 - 04.2008
  • Prepared and executed audit plans, performed analytical analysis, compiled audited financial statements and consolidated financial statements
  • Provided guidance to junior auditors on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment and enhancing team performance.
  • Managed a portfolio of clients and developed additional client businesses
  • Compiled corporate income tax returns and responded to IRD queries and review on clients behalf
  • Managed multiple engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet client deadlines consistently.

Assistant Accountant

Wong Brothers & Co., CPA
03.2004 - 05.2006
  • Prepared and executed audit plans, performed analytical analysis, compiled audited financial statements and consolidated financial statements
  • Compiled corporate income tax returns

Accounts & Administrative Officer

Transitop Logistics (HK) Limited
08.2003 - 03.2004
  • Responsible for full set of accounts
  • Prepared account schedules, bank reconciliation, management and financial reports, weekly cash report and monthly financial statements


Education

Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) in Accountancy

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Kong
04.2001 -

Skills

Problem-solving

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Certification

Member of Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Software

Microsoft Office

MYOB

Oracle NetSuite

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese)
English
Chinese (Mandarin)

Availability

1-month notice

Current Salary

$67,850/ month without double pay and bonus

Expected Salary

$67,000/ month 

Reason for Leaving

Looking for career growth The experience at Occupational Safety and Health Council shaped me into a more capable professional, but I believe that in order for me to continue my growth, I need to go outside my comfort zone.

Timeline

Senior Assistant Manager (Finance)

Occupational Safety and Health Council
04.2023 - Current

Internal Audit Officer

Vocational Training Council
01.2011 - 06.2014

Audit Senior

Russell Bedford Hong Kong Limited
07.2010 - 01.2011

Member of Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants

03-2009

Senior Associate

RSM Nelson Wheeler
04.2008 - 02.2010

Audit Senior

Louis Lai & Luk CPAs
05.2006 - 04.2008

Assistant Accountant

Wong Brothers & Co., CPA
03.2004 - 05.2006

Accounts & Administrative Officer

Transitop Logistics (HK) Limited
08.2003 - 03.2004

Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) in Accountancy

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
04.2001 -

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