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Client Profile:
Alto International is a global leader in premium language services, catering to French and international blue-chip companies, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations worldwide.
Before the pandemic, Alto International operated a physical office in Hong Kong with a dedicated administrative team. As local protests intensified, their General Manager relocated to France, prompting the company to close their office and streamline operations without a full-time local team.
To ensure seamless continuity, we stepped in as Alto International’s key operational and administrative partner for the region. Working closely with the General Manager before her departure, we conducted a thorough handover and established robust processes to maintain efficiency and provide ongoing support to their Hong Kong and Asian operations.
Our Solution:
We became the client’s key administrative contact in Hong Kong, stepping into a role that combines Virtual Assistance with high-level Administrative Consulting. Reporting directly to the Managing Director in France, we implemented a robust system to address their operational needs:
1. Daily Operational Support:
- Managed and responded to emails from freelancers, the client support team, and the Managing Director.
- Resolved issues proactively and escalated concerns only when necessary.
- Delivered weekly status updates to ensure alignment and transparency.
2. Localized Administrative Management:
- Handled ad hoc tasks requiring local expertise, such as liaising with banks, the Inland Revenue Department, or other government bodies in Hong Kong.
- Provided informed recommendations, enabling the client to make confident decisions related to their Hong Kong operations.
3. Project-Based Financial Management:
- Issued invoices to customers at the completion of each Hong Kong project.
- Processed freelancer invoices, facilitated payments, followed up on overdue invoices, and maintained organized electronic records.
4. Bookkeeping and Reporting:
- Prepared detailed financial reports, leveraging high-level bookkeeping and accounting expertise.
- Offered actionable insights into the financial health of their Hong Kong business.
- Coordinated with a trusted accountant for annual audits, providing a complete set of financial documents to ensure compliance.
The Outcome:
By entrusting their Hong Kong operations to us, the client achieved seamless continuity despite their General Manager’s relocation. Our expertise in local administrative processes and financial management ensured that their business ran efficiently and remained compliant with local regulations.
The regular reporting and proactive communication empowered the Managing Director and head office to stay informed and make strategic decisions confidently. Our role as their Administrative Consultant not only provided the operational support they needed but also positioned us as a trusted partner in their ongoing success in Hong Kong.
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