Manpower Survey
Year 2025 Tooltips
Employees
Partner/ Principal/ Director/ Chief Financial Officer
0
Senior Manager/ Financial Controller
0
Manager
0
Supervisor/ Senior
0
Clerk/ Associate
0
Trainer/ Teacher
0
Total
0
Partner/ Principal/ Director/ Chief Financial Officer
0
Vacancy rate: 0.1%
Senior Manager/ Financial Controller
0
Vacancy rate: 0.4%
Manager
0
Vacancy rate: 0.8%
Supervisor/ Senior
0
Vacancy rate: 1.3%
Clerk/ Associate
0
Vacancy rate: 1.4%
Trainer/ Teacher
0
Vacancy rate: 0.4%
Total
0
Vacancy rate: 1.2%
All the percentages are rounded to nearest 0.1%.
Partner/ Principal/ Director/ Chief Financial Officer
0
Turnover rate: 2.9%
Senior Manager/ Financial Controller
0
Turnover rate: 7.4%
Manager
0
Turnover rate: 5.9%
Supervisor/ Senior
0
Turnover rate: 9.7%
Clerk/ Associate
0
Turnover rate: 8.8%
Trainer/ Teacher
0
Turnover rate: 2.1%
All the percentages are rounded to nearest 0.1%.
Monthly Income Tooltips
Note(s):
No comparison with 2021 survey was available due to the different category of income.
All the percentages are rounded to nearest 0.1%.
Age of Employees
All the percentages are rounded to nearest 0.1%.
Preferred Education Tooltips
All the percentages are rounded to nearest 0.1%.
All the percentages are rounded to nearest 0.1%.
Recruitment Difficulties
1st
Lack of candidates with relevant experience and training
2nd
Working conditions/remuneration package could not meet recruits' expectations
3rd
Insufficient accountancy graduates from tertiary institutions
Manpower Demand
Average Annual Growth
0
2025
Actual
0
2029
Forecast
0
Note(s):
(1) The figures included employees and vacancies.
(2) The manpower forecast is based on the statistical modelling of relevant economic indicators which reflect important changes in the local economy, demography and labour market.
All the percentages are rounded to nearest 0.1%.
Report
- Accountancy
- 2025 Manpower Survey Report
Workforce Trends and Future Outlook in Hong Kong Accounting
Hong Kong’s accounting sector is undergoing significant transformation driven by market growth and structural change. New international standards, together with enhanced ESG and anti‑money laundering requirements, are expanding the scope and complexity of the profession, while Hong Kong’s role as a financial gateway and family office hub is increasing demand for cross‑border services. These developments are shifting accountants’ roles from traditional compliance to advisory functions, requiring new skills in data analytics, technology application, and sustainability reporting. However, talent shortages and changing career expectations present challenges. This report analyses key factors shaping the sector’s outlook and provides recommendations for the Government, employers, employees, and education institutions to strengthen talent development and support the profession’s long‑term competitiveness.
- Accountancy
- 2024 Manpower Update Report
The Accountancy Sector Transforms for a Digital Future
The accountancy sector faces significant workforce transformation amidst rapid technological advancement and evolving market dynamics. The sector confronts challenges in attracting young talent and maintaining a skilled workforce as market demands evolve. The profession increasingly demands expertise in artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud computing and automation tools, alongside traditional accounting competencies. Moreover, changing regulatory frameworks, sustainability reporting requirements and advisory service demands are reshaping job roles and skill requirements. This report presents comprehensive recommendations addressing talent development initiatives, strategies for sector image revitalisation, requirements for technological adaptation and professional growth, and approaches to modernise education and training to meet evolving industry demands in an increasingly digitalised business landscape.
