Accounts Payable Officer

Hong Kong International School (HKIS) serves over 3,000 Reception 1 (Pre-K) through Grade 12 students from around the world. HKIS is an American, Christian school in an international setting, and a culturally diverse community of more than 45 nationalities. We believe in and live out our Mission statement:

Dedicating our minds to inquiry, our hearts to compassion, and our lives to service and global understanding

 An American-style education, grounded in the Christian faith, and respecting the spiritual lives of all

We are currently recruiting for the following position:

Accounts Payable Officer

The Accounts Payable Officer will be responsible for the accounts payable function. This position requires great attention to detail on handling payments, communications with vendors and employees on all payment matters, along with strong reconciliation skills.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1. Operate the accounts payable function which includes (but limited to), the maintenance of the payment profile, ensure that all payment requests are properly substantiated, authorized and recorded accurately and timely.

Payment requests include:

• Purchase Orders
• Check Requests
• Employee Expenses
• Student timesheets
• Rental
• Others

Unsubstantiated payment requests will require appropriate follow-up.

Handle account payable queries and provide guidance to other about HKIS finance policies and procedures.

2. Responsible for arranging payments in a timely and accurate manner, while being fully aware of the following matters:

• Cash balances
  
• Timing and Method of payment

3. Other:

• Filing and archiving
• Other adhoc tasks as required

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High Diploma in Accounting. ACCA Level 1 or LCCI Inter-mediate.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in accounts payable with a thorough understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.

Skills:

• Strong Reconciliation skills and high accuracy, with the ability to detect errors or duplications.
• Proactive, adaptable and flexible, reliable and dependable, and detailed oriented.
• Proficient in computerized accounting systems and Microsoft Office Applications.
• Strong written and verbal English and Cantonese communication skills (Putonghua will be an advantage)
• Able to meet schedules and deadlines; work under pressure, with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, takes ownership and responsibility. With the ability to work independently and as a team member.

We invite you to learn more about our school and discover for yourself career opportunities in our remarkable HKIS community at www.hkis.edu.hk

Interested candidates please forward your updated resume together with a cover letter and references by clicking the “Quick Apply” button.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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