Accounting Officer/Accounting Executive

Accounting Officer/Accounting Executive, Capital Estate Projects Team in the Finance and Enterprises Office (Ref.: 527540)

The Role

The appointee will assist in the following areas:

• preparation of journal entries, data input, budgetary control matters;
• submission of expenditure claims of capital projects to funding bodies;
• reconciliation of expenses reports and final accounts for capital projects;
• handling claims of government rent and rates for the University;
• preparation of bank reconciliations for month end closing;
• preparation of accounting schedules for year end audits; and
• any other ad hoc duties as assigned. 

Qualifications and Qualities

• 5 passes in HKCEE including English (minimum grade C if Syllabus A/Level 2 from 2007), Chinese (Level 2 from 2007) and Mathematics, OR minimum Level 2 or equivalent in HKDSEE in 5 subjects including English Language, Chinese Language and Mathematics;
• at least 5-year work experience preferably in the accounting and auditing field;
• hands-on knowledge of MS Office applications;
• good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua);
• good communication and interpersonal skills; and
• ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 2 years, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test.  Candidate with less experience may be considered for the position of Accounting Executive. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 526996) need not re-apply.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s career site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until September 1, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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