Tak Yiu Kwok
Didcot,England
Summary
A detail-oriented finance professional with expertise in month-end close support, balance sheet reconciliations, and management reporting. Demonstrates proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP, alongside SAP and Microsoft Office tools. Skilled in audit support and documentation, UK VAT basics, and accounts payable processes. Committed to delivering accurate financial analysis and supporting budgeting and forecasting initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Operational Risk Manager
Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
Hong Kong
10.2019 - 07.2024
- Monitor monthly reports (Incidents / KRI / New Product & Service Launch Report) and review the Risk & Control Assessment (RACA) to identify key operational risks and assess the effectiveness of control measures
- Reviewed variances and trends impacting finance and accounting-related processes
- Prepared structured reports for management review and decision-making
- Worked cross-functionally with finance and operations teams on process and control improvements
- Updated documentation and reporting procedures to enhance data quality and consistency
Business Compliance Manager
Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Supported finance and compliance reporting processes in a deadline-driven environment
- Coordinated control reviews and assisted with documentation for internal reviews
Operational Risk Manager
BOC Credit Card (International) Limited
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
06.2014 - 06.2019
- Monitored operational and financial data relevant to accounting processes and controls
- Assisted with audit preparation and compliance-related documentation
- Supported process reviews to improve reporting efficiency and reduce errors
Assistant Accountant
Richemont Asia Pacific Limited
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
07.2011 - 06.2014
- Supported month-end close activities including preparation of journals, accruals, and prepayments
- Performed balance sheet reconciliations and investigated variances to ensure reporting accuracy
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly management and expense reports for internal review
- Maintained accurate AP records and supported timely invoice processing and payments
- Worked closely with finance managers and regional teams to support financial reporting
- Supported internal and external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
- Participated in SAP and Concur system implementation, supporting data accuracy and process improvements
Senior Accounts Clerk
Handa HK Limited (Garment Trading)
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
03.2010 - 03.2011
- Prepared full set of accounts including income statements and balance sheets
- Maintained general ledger accounts and supporting schedules
- Assisted with month-end closing and account reconciliations
- Liaised with external auditors and prepared audit documentation
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Hong KongPassed all professional examinations - Qualification Programme
Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Hong KongSkills
- Month-end Close Support & Journals
- Accruals & Prepayments
- Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Management Reporting Support
- Variance Analysis (Basic)
- Budgeting & Forecasting Support
- Accounts Payable & Supplier Reconciliations
- UK VAT Basics
- Audit Support & Documentation
- Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
- SAP
- Microsoft Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
Languages
Cantonese (Native)
English (Professional working proficiency)
Mandarin (Conversational)
References
References available upon request
Career Break / Relocation
Relocated to the UK under the BN(O) visa and fully settled with family. Took time to familiarise myself with UK accounting practices and the employment market, preparing for a long-term finance role in the UK.
Additional information
- Strong interest in developing management accounting, reporting, and analysis skills
- Comfortable working in large, regulated, and process-driven environments
- Proactive learner with a stable and long-term career focus
Timeline
Operational Risk Manager
Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
10.2019 - 07.2024
Business Compliance Manager
Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
07.2019 - 10.2019
Operational Risk Manager
BOC Credit Card (International) Limited
06.2014 - 06.2019
Assistant Accountant
Richemont Asia Pacific Limited
07.2011 - 06.2014
Senior Accounts Clerk
Handa HK Limited (Garment Trading)
03.2010 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Passed all professional examinations - Qualification Programme
Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants