Accounting Officer / Assistant Accounting Manager

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Accounting Officer / Assistant Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a key part in managing the schools’ financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounting processes, and contributing to the overall success of our finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the full cycle of accounts receivable and payable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Monitor daily financial operations, including school fee collections, e-payments, cheque issuance, petty cash management, and expense reimbursements

• Review and reconcile invoices, receipts, and monthly bank statements with ledger accounts

• Maintain and review accurate management accounts, ensuring timely month-end closing and preparation of regular financial reports

• Manage inventory, including regular stock takes of textbooks, uniforms, and school equipment.

• Support the annual audit process and assist in implementing effective financial controls and procedures

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development of the accounting function

• Perform data entry, document filing, and other administrative tasks as required

• Handle ad hoc assignments and projects as directed by team head or school leadership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably within a school or educational institution

• Qualified or associate member of professional accounting bodies (HKICPA, ACCA, CPA, CA, AICPA) is preferable 

• Proficiency in both English and Chinese (written and verbal), with fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

• Mature, well-organized, and capable of working independently under pressure

• High level of integrity and professionalism in handling confidential information

• Detail-oriented, diligent, and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively

• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Google Drive, database management, and English & Chinese typing

• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software is preferred

• Immediate availability will be an advantage

Qualified candidates will be remunerated with a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.  To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and expected salary to recruitment@bloom.edu.hk. Personal information will be used for recruitment purposes only.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.