Finance Manager Salary Hong Kong 2027: FC, FD & CFO Pay
Kenji Farre, Director · Nov 2, 2026 · 5 min read
A finance manager in Hong Kong typically earns HK$60,000 to HK$80,000 a month in a commercial company, with a median of HK$70,000, according to Morgan McKinley's 2026 Hong Kong salary guide. Financial controllers earn HK$90,000 to HK$130,000 a month (median HK$110,000), finance directors HK$110,000 to HK$180,000, and CFOs HK$180,000 to HK$350,000 in commerce. Job-ad data runs lower: Jobsdb's November 2026 figures put finance managers at HK$41,000 to HK$51,000 and financial controllers at HK$55,000 to HK$65,000 a month, which reflects the wider mix of smaller local firms.
This guide compares the main salary sources, explains why they differ so much, and covers bonus, tax, visas and how to move up from finance manager to FC in Hong Kong.
How Much Does a Finance Manager Earn in Hong Kong?
Most finance managers at multinationals and listed companies fall between HK$60,000 and HK$80,000 a month. At smaller local firms, HK$40,000 to HK$55,000 is common.
The gap between sources is large, so it helps to see them side by side.
| Source | What it measures | Finance manager pay |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan McKinley 2026 (commercial) | Monthly base, low / median / high | HK$60,000 / 70,000 / 80,000 |
| Morgan McKinley 2026 (financial services) | Monthly base, low / median / high | HK$50,000 / 60,000 / 85,000 |
| Robert Half 2026 (small and mid-size firms) | Annual starting salary, 25th / 50th / 75th percentile | HK$480,000 / 600,000 / 700,000 |
| Robert Half 2026 (large firms) | Annual starting salary, 25th / 50th / 75th percentile | HK$600,000 / 780,000 / 960,000 |
| Jobsdb, November 2026 | Monthly, from employer job-ad ranges | HK$41,000 to 51,000 |
Source: Morgan McKinley Hong Kong Salary Guide 2026; Robert Half Hong Kong Salary Guide 2026; Jobsdb finance manager salary page.
Robert Half's annual figures convert to roughly HK$40,000 to HK$80,000 a month, which sits between the other two. Its company size bands are under HK$50 million (small), HK$50 million to HK$150 million (mid-size) and over HK$150 million (large).
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Why Do the Salary Figures Differ So Much?
Recruiter guides and job boards measure different things.
- Recruiter guides like Morgan McKinley's are based on roles the firm actually placed, which skew towards multinationals, listed companies and banks that pay agency fees.
- Jobsdb's figures come from salary ranges employers put in ads. These cover far more small and mid-size local companies, where "finance manager" can mean a one-person finance team.
- Robert Half reports annual starting salaries excluding bonus, benefits and MPF, split by company size.
So if you're coming from a Big Four background into a Hong Kong-listed group or MNC regional office, use the recruiter guides as your benchmark. If you're looking at local trading or manufacturing firms, Jobsdb is closer to reality.
Financial Controller Salary in Hong Kong
The financial controller (FC) step is where pay really moves. Morgan McKinley's 2026 guide gives these monthly figures.
| Role | Commercial (low / median / high, HK$ a month) | Financial services (low / median / high, HK$ a month) |
|---|---|---|
| Finance Manager | 60,000 / 70,000 / 80,000 | 50,000 / 60,000 / 85,000 |
| FP&A Manager | 60,000 / 70,000 / 80,000 | 50,000 / 65,000 / 90,000 |
| Financial Controller | 90,000 / 110,000 / 130,000 | 73,000 / 95,000 / 120,000 |
| Finance Director | 110,000 / 140,000 / 180,000 | 95,000 / 120,000 / 180,000 |
| CFO | 180,000 / 220,000 / 350,000 | 150,000 / 220,000 / 350,000 |
Source: Morgan McKinley Hong Kong Salary Guide 2026, accounting and finance permanent salaries.
Robert Half's 2026 guide puts financial controllers at small and mid-size firms at HK$810,000 to HK$960,000 a year (25th to 75th percentile, median HK$880,000), and at large firms at HK$960,000 to HK$2,030,000 (median HK$1,610,000). Jobsdb's job-ad data for November 2026 shows HK$55,000 to HK$65,000 a month for financial controllers.
One quirk worth knowing: Robert Half's published median for a large-company FC (HK$1.61 million) is above its median for a large-company finance director (HK$1.44 million). Titles in Hong Kong are loose, and a "FC" at a big listed group can carry more weight than a "finance director" at a regional office.
FP&A Manager Salary
FP&A managers earn similar base pay to finance managers. Morgan McKinley's 2026 guide puts them at HK$60,000 to HK$80,000 a month in commerce and HK$50,000 to HK$90,000 in financial services.
FP&A roles are concentrated in regional headquarters of multinationals, which is why commercial pay sits at the same level as finance managers despite FP&A being a narrower function.
Finance Director and CFO Salary
At the top, the ranges widen.
- Finance director: HK$110,000 to HK$180,000 a month in commerce; Robert Half puts large-company FDs at HK$1.08 million to HK$1.8 million a year.
- CFO: HK$180,000 to HK$350,000 a month in commerce, per Morgan McKinley. Robert Half puts small and mid-size company CFOs at HK$1.01 million to HK$1.58 million a year.
CFO packages at listed companies often include long-term incentives and share awards that don't show up in base salary data.
What About Bonuses and Benefits?
Base salary is only part of the package. Common extras for finance managers and above in Hong Kong:
- Double pay (a 13th month), standard at many local companies. See our guide to double pay and bonuses in Hong Kong.
- Discretionary bonus, often 1 to 3 months for finance managers and more for FCs at MNCs.
- MPF employer contributions, plus top-ups at larger firms.
- Medical insurance, sometimes including family.
- Housing allowance, now rarer and mostly for senior expat hires. Our expat package guide covers what's still on offer.
How Much Tax Does a Finance Manager Pay in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong's salaries tax is one of the lowest in the region. According to the Inland Revenue Department, progressive rates are 2%, 6%, 10% and 14% on successive HK$50,000 bands, then 17% on the remainder. Your tax is capped at the standard rate: 15% on the first HK$5 million of net income and 16% above that.
For 2026/27, the basic allowance rises to HK$145,000 and the married person's allowance to HK$290,000.
| Monthly salary | Annual salary | Approximate annual tax (single, basic allowance and HK$18,000 MPF deduction) | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| HK$60,000 | HK$720,000 | HK$76,690 | 10.7% |
| HK$80,000 | HK$960,000 | HK$117,490 | 12.2% |
| HK$110,000 | HK$1,320,000 | HK$178,690 | 13.5% |
Source: our calculation using Inland Revenue Department 2026/27 rates and allowances. Excludes bonus and other deductions.
Our Hong Kong salaries tax guide explains allowances, deductions and provisional tax.
Do You Need HKICPA for a Finance Manager Job?
No, not by law. Finance manager and FC roles in commerce don't require Hong Kong Institute of CPAs membership. Many employers ask for a recognised accounting qualification such as HKICPA, ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW or CIMA.
HKICPA membership matters more if you want to sign audit reports or work in practice. Our guide to accounting jobs in Hong Kong covers how overseas accountants join HKICPA.
Can Foreign Finance Managers Get a Hong Kong Work Visa?
Yes. Most come on the General Employment Policy (GEP) visa, with the employer as sponsor. At these salary levels, the GEP's requirement that pay is broadly in line with the market is rarely an issue.
Accountants are also on the Hong Kong Talent List, added from 1 March 2025 according to HKICPA, and the Financial Services segment includes "Experienced Financial Professionals in ESG". That can help under the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme. See our work visa guide for every route.
How to Move From Finance Manager to Financial Controller
- Own the full close. FC roles want people who've run month-end, audit and statutory reporting end to end.
- Get China exposure. Many Hong Kong FC roles cover mainland entities. Mandarin and PRC GAAP or tax knowledge are a real advantage.
- Lead a system change. ERP implementations (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) are a common FC interview topic.
- Learn the listing rules if you want a listed-company role. HKEX reporting experience is a strong differentiator.
- Use recruiters selectively. Most FC roles at MNCs are filled through specialist agencies. Build relationships with two or three specialist finance recruiters rather than ten generalists.
FAQs: Finance Manager Salary in Hong Kong
What is the average finance manager salary in Hong Kong?
Morgan McKinley's 2026 guide gives a median of HK$70,000 a month in commercial companies and HK$60,000 in financial services. Jobsdb's job-ad data for November 2026 shows HK$41,000 to HK$51,000.
How much does a financial controller earn in Hong Kong?
Morgan McKinley's 2026 guide puts commercial FCs at HK$90,000 to HK$130,000 a month, with a median of HK$110,000. Jobsdb's job-ad data shows HK$55,000 to HK$65,000.
What is the CFO salary in Hong Kong?
CFOs in commerce earn HK$180,000 to HK$350,000 a month in base salary, according to Morgan McKinley's 2026 guide, with a median of HK$220,000.
Do finance managers in Hong Kong get a bonus?
Usually. Double pay is common at local firms, and discretionary bonuses at multinationals often run to 1 to 3 months for finance managers.
Is HK$70,000 a month a good salary in Hong Kong?
Yes. It's well above what most Hong Kong employees earn. Our guide to what counts as a good salary in Hong Kong puts it in context.
Why are Jobsdb salaries lower than recruiter salary guides?
Jobsdb uses ranges from job ads across all employers, including many small local firms. Recruiter guides reflect roles they placed, which skew towards multinationals and listed companies.
Do I need HKICPA to be a finance manager in Hong Kong?
No. It's not a legal requirement for in-house finance roles, though employers often prefer a recognised accounting qualification.
Do I need Mandarin for finance jobs in Hong Kong?
Not always, but it's a strong advantage for FC roles covering mainland China entities.
How much tax does a finance manager pay in Hong Kong?
On HK$60,000 a month, a single person would pay about HK$76,690 a year in salaries tax after the basic allowance and MPF deduction, an effective rate of about 10.7%.
Key Takeaways
- Finance managers earn a median HK$70,000 a month in commerce (Morgan McKinley, 2026).
- Financial controllers earn HK$90,000 to HK$130,000 a month in commerce, median HK$110,000.
- CFOs earn HK$180,000 to HK$350,000 a month in commerce.
- Jobsdb job-ad data runs lower: HK$41,000 to HK$51,000 for finance managers and HK$55,000 to HK$65,000 for FCs (November 2026).
- Salaries tax is capped at a 15% standard rate on the first HK$5 million, and the 2026/27 basic allowance is HK$145,000.
- HKICPA membership isn't legally required for in-house finance manager or FC roles.
- Accountants have been on the Hong Kong Talent List since 1 March 2025.
Find Finance Jobs in Hong Kong
Hong Kong's regional headquarters and listed companies hire finance managers and controllers all year. Browse English-speaking finance jobs in Hong Kong on ExpatJobBoard.com and filter by seniority.
