Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme (“MRC”) for Hong Kong

The Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme is a framework to facilitate Authorized Institutions (“AIs”) to bilaterally obtain reference information during their recruitment process for certain positions, such that misconduct information in an individual’s previous employments can be provided to AIs to inform their employment decisions.

For information related to MRC Scheme, “Frequently Asked Questions for In Scope Individuals” is published by HKAB/Industry Guidelines (https://www.hkab.org.hk/en/home) or further information will be available upon request, if it is applicable to the position(s) applied.

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Job Responsibilities:

• Provide audit services, with particular focus on treasury & markets business.

• Lead/ participate in audit team(s) in conducting audits and special reviews and carry out specific assignments as requested.

• Conduct regular review of audit standards; recommend changes on audit policies, procedures and programs according to internal and regulatory requirement.

• Ensure that risks are effectively identified and constructive advice is provided on solving or mitigating risk and control issues.

• Provide advisory services to the business / support units on related risks and internal control.

• Prepare audit plans, working papers and reports, and ensure audit findings are properly addressed with action plans.

Requirements:

• Degree holder in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management or related disciplines, preferably with professional qualifications (e.g. CPA, FRM, CFA).
• Minimum 7 years relevant experience in bank or Treasury audit.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting, audit and regulatory requirements in banking industry.
• Experiences in market risk, treasury, trust or Debt Capital Markets.
• Good analytical, communication and writing skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese including Putonghua.