Accounting Executive

The University of Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed-term contract

10% retirement contribution

Annual leave

Medical benefits

Job summary

A major educational institution in Hong Kong is seeking an Accounting Executive to assist in verifying invoices, processing payments, and managing financial operations. Candidates should have a minimum of Level 2 in HKDSEE subjects including English and Mathematics, and preferably a diploma in accounting with at least one year of relevant experience. This full-time role offers a highly competitive salary and various benefits including annual leave and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in 5 subjects in HKDSEE including English, Chinese, and Mathematics.
• Preferably possessing an accounting related Diploma or above qualification.
• At least 1 year's work experience in accounting, auditing, and/or banking.
• At least 1 year in accounting/audit/banking preferred.
• English and Chinese (Putonghua) proficient.
• Good PC skills including MS Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Verifying and reconciling invoices.
• Processing payment vouchers and purchase orders in the system.
• Managing payment cycles and responding to inquiries.
• Managing payment cycles and payments.
• Responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Preparing journal entries for accounts payable.
• Carrying out other finance operations duties as required.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Spoken and written English

Spoken and written Chinese

MS Word proficiency

Excel proficiency

Putonghua

Education

Level 2 in 5 subjects in HKDSEE

Diploma in accounting or above

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Chinese input

Job description

Accounting Executive

The University of Hong Kong
Ref.: 533739
Work type: Full-time
Department: Finance and Enterprises Office (60500)
Categories: Executive / Technical / Support
Hong Kong

Role

The appointee will assist in the following areas:

• verifying and reconciling invoices;
• processing payment vouchers and purchase orders in the system;
• processing payments and managing the payment cycles;
• responding to inquiries;
• preparing journal entries in relation to accounts payables; and
• any other duties related to finance operations as required.

Qualifications and Qualities

• minimum Level 2 in 5 subjects in HKDSEE including English Language, Chinese Language and Mathematics, OR 5 passes in HKCEE including English (minimum Grade C if Syllabus A/Level 2 from 2007), Chinese (Level 2 from 2007) and Mathematics;
• preferably possessing an accounting related Diploma or above qualification;
• preferably at least 1 year's work experience in accounting, auditing, and/or banking;
• self‑motivated attitude with a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and
• good knowledge of PC and software applications such as MS Word, Excel and Chinese input.

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.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up‑to‑date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 19, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency.

Advertised: Nov 20, 2025 (HK Time)
Applications close: Dec 19, 2025 (HK Time)