Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Finance Office:

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee shall mainly be responsible for the following:

Daily accounting operations including cash flow forecasting, updating daily bank records, preparing bank cheques, letters or fund transfers;
Liaising with banks, including negotiating deposit rates, arranging time deposits and other bank administrative matters;
Preparing bank reconciliations and account schedules;
Assisting in month-end closing and year-end closing;
Assisting in annual budget and mid-year forecast;
Assisting in preparing reimbursement claims schedules and reports for projects funded by external bodies; and
Performing other ad hoc assignments as required by Assistant Finance Manager and Finance Manager

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

At least 5 subjects with Level 2 in HKDSE or equivalent, including English & Chinese languages and Mathematics. Diploma or above in Accounting or related disciplines is highly preferred;
Experience in accounting related field is a plus;
Proficient in Microsoft EXCEL and other Microsoft applications (e.g. WORD, etc.);
Good command of written and spoken English & Chinese (preferably including Putonghua); and;
Self-motivated, responsible, independent and able to work under pressure.
Experience in Oracle Finance system will be an advantage

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment.For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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