Ali J

Strategic Chief Financial Officer and Finance Director with over 25 years of experience leading financial operations for listed companies across Hong Kong, Mainland China, and international markets. Distinguished expertise in corporate governance, capital markets transactions, and regulatory compliance under HKEX rules. Accomplished in driving large-scale refinancing (including a GBP 90 million London project), corporate restructuring, and M&A.

A tech-forward leader leveraging AI tools (Gemini, ChatGPT) to optimize financial reporting and strategic analysis. Recognized for delivering company value through disciplined financial management and risk control.

Finance Director at Hao Tian International Construction Investment Group Ltd. (1341.HK) / Aceso Life Science Group Limited (474.HK) (2025-02 – Present)

Strategic finance leader directing operations across multiple regions and managing large-scale international projects.

• Successfully completed a GBP 90 million refinancing project for a prime London commercial property
• Directing finance teams across Hong Kong, PRC, Cambodia, and Malaysia, including SFC-licensed subsidiaries
• Integrated Generative AI into financial workflows, automating the drafting of MD&A and Chairman's Statements to improve efficiency by 30%
• Oversaw group consolidation, treasury management, and cash flow forecasting while ensuring adherence to HKEX listing rules and taxation requirements
• Managed various transactions including acquisitions, disposals, share placements, and rights issues

Group Chief Financial Officer at Kam Kee Catering Company Limited (2024-07 – 2024-11)

Led financial operations and restructuring initiatives for a major chain restaurant group in Hong Kong.

• Led restructuring and fundraising initiatives, negotiating with banks and creditors for a major chain restaurant group in Hong Kong
• Directed treasury operations and daily cash flow management to ensure liquidity
• Provided financial analysis to the Board for performance review and strategic planning
• Oversaw company secretarial duties and audit coordination

Chief Financial Officer at Cenfos Holdings Inc. (2021-06 – 2023-09)

Developed and managed financial strategies for a Canada-based immigration and consultation group.

• Developed financial strategies to support business expansion for a Canada-based immigration and consultation group
• Managed group consolidation, budgeting, and monthly cash flow forecasting
• Strengthened internal controls and supervised payroll/taxation compliance
• Guided accounting and finance teams across functions to deliver accurate performance analysis

Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer & Company Secretary at Rosan Resources Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 578) (2006-09 – 2021-05)

Directed comprehensive finance operations for a listed group engaged in coal mining and building materials.

• Directed finance operations for a listed group engaged in coal mining and building materials in China
• Led corporate finance activities including M&A, open offers, and various fundraising exercises
• Designed and implemented internal controls across manufacturing and mining operations to mitigate risk
• Conducted due diligence on acquisition targets and advised the Board on strategic investments
• Ensured compliance with HKEX listing rules and executed tax planning strategies to optimize group efficiency

Financial Controller & Company Secretary at Fangda Group Limited (2001-01 – 2006-12)

Led pre-listing restructuring and IPO prospectus drafting for Singapore listing.

• Led pre-listing restructuring and IPO prospectus drafting for Singapore listing

Senior Accountant at Tack Fat Group (International) Ltd. (Stock Code: 928) (1999-01 – 2001-12)

Managed manufacturing accounting across multiple regions.

• Managed manufacturing accounting in HK, PRC, and Cambodia

Audit Associate at Ernst & Young (1997-01 – 1999-12)

Conducted audits for listed and private companies.

• Conducted audits for listed and private companies in HK and PRC

Audit Associate at Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu (1996-01 – 1997-12)

Participated in restructuring projects and IPO engagements.

• Participated in restructuring projects and IPO engagements

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Accountancy – Hong Kong Polytechnic University (1993-09 – 1996-06)