Assistant Accounting Officer - Finance Office

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Gratuity

2-year renewable contract

Job summary

HKUST's Finance Office invites applications for an accounting professional to join our team in Kwun Tong. The role demands accuracy, impeccable integrity, and clear communication to support payroll, staff benefits, salary tax reporting, and compliance with university policies and external regulations.

Key responsibilities include assisting day-to-day accounting activities, preparing month-end and year-end schedules, reconciliations, and financial reports, plus supporting system enhancements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese (including Putonghua).
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and ERP system.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt in dynamic environments, work independently and efficiently under pressure.
• Professional qualification in accounting body is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of accounting activities, including handling payroll and other staff benefits of permanent or temporary staff, Hong Kong salary tax reporting and ensuring compliance with University policies and external regulations.
• Prepare month-end or year-end schedule, reconciliation and financial report
• Support system enhancement and conduct user acceptance tests
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

English and Chinese proficiency

Work under pressure

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department: Finance Office

Job Posting Details

Finance Office is seeking accounting professionals with excellent communication and problem-solving skills to join our team. The ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, possess impeccable integrity, and demonstrate a strong commitment to accuracy.

The job location for this position will be in Kwun Tong.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of accounting activities, including handling payroll and other staff benefits of permanent or temporary staff, Hong Kong salary tax reporting and ensuring compliance with University policies and external regulations.

• Prepare month-end or year-end schedule, reconciliation and financial report
  

• Support system enhancement and conduct user acceptance tests

• Perform any other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience
• Proficiency in English and Chinese (including Putonghua)
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and ERP system
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt in dynamic environments, work independently and efficiently under pressure, demonstrate responsibility and self-motivation
• Professional qualification in accounting body is advantageous

Duration: 2 years (renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

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