Assistant Accounting Officer (Payroll) (FO) (Ref: 24000RH)

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Finance Office:

Assistant Accounting Officer (Ref:24000RH)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee shall mainly be responsible for the following:

• Processing payroll accurately in a timely and confidential manner;
• Preparing payroll related reconciliations and reports;
• Participating in payroll closing and handling payroll related accounting;
• Maintaining proper record keeping / filings;
• Following up on payroll enquiries;
• Handling retirement scheme administration and taxation matters; and
• Undertaking other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Director of Finance or his delegate.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• At least 5 subjects with Level 2 in HKDSE or equivalent, including English & Chinese languages and Mathematics;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, e.g. EXCEL, ACCESS, etc.;
• Proven payroll and accounting related experience is preferred;
• Recognized diploma or above in accounting disciplines or professional accounting qualification is an advantage;
• Experience in Oracle Finance System and Oracle Human Resources Management System (HRMS) will be an added advantage;
• Well versed with Hong Kong Employment Ordinance, Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance and related legislations;
• Good communication skills (in both Chinese and English (preferably including Putonghua);
• Responsible, well-organized, attentive to details and independent; and
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

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Undertaking other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Director of Finance or his delegate.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• At least 5 subjects with Level 2 in HKDSE or equivalent, including English & Chinese languages and Mathematics;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, e.g. EXCEL, ACCESS, etc.;
• Proven payroll and accounting related experience is preferred;
• Recognized diploma or above in accounting disciplines or professional accounting qualification is an advantage;
• Experience in Oracle Finance System and Oracle Human Resources Management System (HRMS) will be an added advantage;
• Well versed with Hong Kong Employment Ordinance, Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance and related legislations;
• Good communication skills (in both Chinese and English (preferably including Putonghua);
• Responsible, well-organized, attentive to details and independent; and
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=24000RH

Closing date of application:      20 May 2024

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement posted in March 2024 need not re-apply.)

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