Joining ArupArup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.A career at Arup offers you the opportunity to make a positive difference in the world. Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of 16,000 designers, advisors and experts working across 140 countries. We collaborate with and advise our clients and partners, using imagination, advanced technologies, and rigor to shape a better world. With about 3,000 staff, our East Asia offices engage in many of the region's most prominent and innovative projects covering buildings, infrastructure, advisory services, planning, technical consulting, digital, climate and sustainability services. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects and provide flexible work arrangements to support the various needs and well-being of our people.The OpportunityThe Assistant Finance Manager plays a pivotal leadership role across finance and operations within East Asia geography of Mainland China, Macau, South Korea & Taiwan. This position supports business leaders with strategic financial guidance, driving performance, profitability, and growth. This role also ensures compliance with financial policies and contributes to continuous improvement across the finance function.Key Responsibilities:Act as a key financial advisor to business leaders, providing commercial insights and decision support.Lead budgeting, forecasting, and annual business planning processes, ensuring robust assumptions and scenario analysis.Collaborate with Group leaders and Finance teams to develop and implement regional strategies.Deliver executive-level reporting and analysis to support performance optimization and strategic decision-making.Support bid reviews and project management.Drive standardization, simplification, and continuous improvement across finance operations.Ensure adherence to financial policies and maintain a strong internal control environment.Prepare regular reports and dashboards for leadership on financial performance, cash flow and project analysis.Provide financial training to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.Key Relationships:Finance teams across APAC and East Asia (Mainland China, Macau, South Korea, & Taiwan).Internal stakeholders including business leaders, project managers, other financial business partners and support staff.At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.Is this role right for you?Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, including 3 years in a managerial and post-qualified role within a large corporation or MNC; Big 4 and APAC experience preferred.Degree in Finance or Accounting, with CPA or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA).Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and analytical skills.Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing abilities across all levels.Technically proficient in accounting, controls, audit, and risk management.Skilled in financial systems, Excel modeling, and Microsoft Office; Power BI is an advantage.Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable with a continuous improvement mindset.Confident in challenging existing processes and mentoring junior staff.Demonstrates alignment with Arup values and commitment to professional excellence.*Candidates with less experience will be considered for the position of Senior Financial AnalystNot ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Kaela Chau (kaela.chau@arup.com)What we offer youAt Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.Different people, shared valuesArup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Cindy Wong to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.Our Application ProcessPlease apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps. Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process
