Assistant Finance Manager (3 posts) in the Finance Office [Ref. A/681/03]

Duties

The appointees will be assigned to different functions (Payment, Receipts and Payroll) depending on their background and relevant work experience and will report to the respective Finance Manager.  Major duties include to:

1. Administer accounts receivable/payable and staff disbursements to ensure that they are processed timely, accurately, and in accordance with established policies/procedures;
2. Collect fees and charges, government subvention, donations and miscellaneous income;
3. Prepare cash flow forecast and cost analysis;
4. Place fixed deposits and assist in monitoring of investment performance;
5. Review payroll and benefits payment for full-time and part-time staff, and ensure timely contribution to ORSO/MPF schemes and tax reporting/filing; and
6. Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related disciplines, and a qualified accountant with at least 7 years of post-qualification experience in universities/sizeable organisations;
2. Proficiency in PC applications and strong analytical skills in Excel;
3. Being self-initiative with excellent communication skills;
4. A strong sense of responsibility, good supervisory skill and ability to work independently; and
5. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua) are required.
6. Hands-on experience in Oracle Financials, Banner Students/Payroll or other ERP systems is preferred.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test.

(Those who have responded to the previous advertisements need not re-apply.)

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract; fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311]. 

To apply, please submit an online application.  Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis until the positions are filled.  Applications will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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