Temporary Executive Assistant (FO) (Ref: 25002AW)

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

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

Temporary Executive Assistant (FO) (Ref: 25002AW)

Major Duties and Responsibilities 
The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: 

• Processing payroll accurately in a timely and confidential manner;
• Preparing payroll related reconciliations and reports;
• Participating in payroll closing and handle 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:

• A recognized bachelor’s degree, preferable in Accounting, Finance or related disciplines; Candidates with less qualifications may be considered for the position of Temporary Assistant Accounting Officer.
• 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

Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions.

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_non_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=25002AW

Closing date of application:  25 November 2025

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