Accounting Executive / Accounting Assistant in the Finance Team

Duties: The appointee will assist Assistant Finance Manager and Senior Finance Manager in performing the accounting and finance functions in order to ensure smooth operation of such functions in daily activities as well as to provide efficient and effective professional services to academic colleges/administrative units. The main duties of the appointee include the following:•To assist in areas in relation to accounting and finance functions include general ledger, accounts payable, purchase orders, fixed assets, financial reporting.•To provide professional support with financial and management accounting information to the central administrative units.•To ensure effective financial management in purchase orders & purchase orders invoices and School's Tender.•To perform accounting functions including cash advance and petty cash.•To deliver any duties as assigned by his/her supervisors and Team leader.

Requirements: Candidates should possess a Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or related disciplines and have at least 3 years relevant experience in accounting. They should have good computer skills including Microsoft Office advanced spreadsheets and word processing, strong analytical skills, effective communication skills in English and Chinese, and be independent and a good team player. Knowledge of financial systems (e.g. Oracle Financials or SAP) will be a definite advantage.Candidates with less experience will be considered for the position of Accounting Assistant.

Terms of Appointment: Salary placement will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The contract will normally be for 2 years with the possibility of renewal subject to review. A contract-end gratuity (taxable) will be payable upon satisfactory completion of the contract. Medical and dental benefits, annual leave and the use of sports and library facilities will be provided where applicable. The School also provides staff development opportunities.

Applications: Please send your application quoting the reference number to the Human Resources Team, HKU SPACE, 7/F., T. T. Tsui Building, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong. You may also apply online or download an application form from http://hkuspace.hku.hk or obtain it by fax (852) 2540 3271.

Closing Date for Applications: 04 November 2018

The information provided in an application will only be used for the purpose of consideration for appointment by HKU SPACE. Applicants not contacted within eight weeks from the closing date may assume that their applications are unsuccessful. Unsuccessful applications will be kept for a maximum period of 24 months.

Posted on: 26-Oct-2018