Accounts Officer (Temp job)

Eagle Partners (International) Co., Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Partners (International) Co., Limited is seeking an Accounts Officer for a temporary assignment from mid Nov 2026 to mid Apr 2027 in Hong Kong. The role involves receipts processing, daily and month-end reconciliations, and trust account management for a prominent law firm based in Landmark Central.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in law-firm accounting, knowledge of HK Law Society Rules, and strong Excel/ERP skills; fluency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin is required.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Accounting or related discipline in Hong Kong.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years in an accounting role within a law firm; client trust accounts experience preferred.
• Regulatory knowledge: Solid understanding of the Hong Kong Law Society’s Accounts Rules.
• Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard accounting/ERP software; Elite 3E experience is a plus.
• Languages: English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Receipt management and accurate recording for office and client accounts.
• Daily reconciliations of client bank accounts and resolution of outstanding items.
• Maintain cash book balances for client and office accounts.
• Process disbursements and payments following firm workflows and HK Law Society rules.
• Investigate unmatched receipts and escalate unusual transactions to Finance Manager.
• Create and maintain vendor profiles; audit staff reimbursement claims.
• Generate AR aging and disbursement reports on demand.
• Month-end bank reconciliations and FX revaluations.
• Revenue audits and reconciliation of receipts with billing records.
• Trust fund transfers following HK Law Society rules and internal protocols.
• Post bi-monthly expenses and monitor system vouchers.

Skills

Bank reconciliations

Receipts processing

Cash flow tracking

Vendor management

Attention to detail

MS Excel

ERP software

Education

Degree or Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Elite 3E

ERP software

Job description

We are looking for an Accounts Officer (Temp role from mid nov 2026 - mid April 2027) for a law firm based in Landmark Central:-

Daily Responsibilities

• Receipt Management: Process, verify, and accurately record receipts for both office and client accounts, ensuring timely issuance of official receipts.
• Daily Reconciliations: Reconcile client bank account transactions daily and swiftly resolve any outstanding items.
• Cash Flow Tracking: Maintain precise, up-to-date cash book balances for all client and office accounts.
• Disbursements & Payments: Process settled disbursement bills in strict compliance with the firm’s approval workflows and the Hong Kong Law Society’s Accounts Rules. Prepare cheque and telegraphic transfer (T/T) instructions.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Investigate unmatched, unidentified, or outstanding receipts, collaborating with relevant parties to resolve them. Monitor ongoing financial matters and escalates unusual transactions to the Finance Manager.
• Vendor & Expense Management: Create and maintain vendor profiles in the system. Audit staff reimbursement claims to ensure accuracy, correct coding, and adherence to internal policies.
• Ad-Hoc Reporting: Generate anticipated versus unbilled disbursement schedules upon request.

Monthly Responsibilities

• Month-End Reconciliations: Complete monthly bank reconciliations and calculate foreign exchange (FX) revaluations.
• Revenue Audits: Reconcile monthly revenue, identifying and resolving any discrepancies between receipts, billing, and accounting records.
• Partner Reporting: Prepare detailed Accounts Receivable (AR) aging reports, fee collection updates, and settled anticipated disbursement reports for Partners.
• Trust Fund Transfers: Execute the transfer of client trust funds to settle approved bills prior to month-end cut-off, strictly adhering to HK Law Society rules and internal authorization protocols.
• System Maintenance: Post bi-monthly expenses for company searches and postage. Continuously review pending system vouchers to ensure all related accounts balance properly.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Accounting or a closely related discipline.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years in an accounting role within a law firm is required. Direct experience managing client trust accounts (handling receipts, payments, and reconciliations) is highly preferred.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of the Hong Kong Law Society’s Accounts Rules.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard accounting/ERP software. Previous experience with Elite 3E is a distinct advantage.
• Languages: Excellent written and spoken English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
• Soft Skills: Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Proven ability to handle highly confidential financial and client data.
• Work Style: Dependable, collaborative, and capable of managing urgent requests and tight deadlines in a calm, professional manner.