Assistant Accounting Officer (General Ledger) (FO)

Job title: Assistant Accounting Officer (General Ledger) (FO)

Company: Hong Kong Metropolitan University


Job description: 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:Assistant Accounting Officer (General Ledger) (FO) (Ref: 250007Y)Major Duties and Responsibilities

• The appointee shall mainly be responsible for the following:
• Preparing journals and supporting schedules for financial reports;
• Maintaining fixed assets register;
• Maintaining Chart of Accounts;
• Assisting in month-end and year-end closing processes;
• Undertaking other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisors; and
• Assisting in preparing Standard Operating Procedures for General Ledger related workflow.

CandidatesCandidates 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;
• At least 3 years of accounting related experience is preferred;
• Capability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word;
• Experience in Oracle Finance system will be an advantage; and
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese.

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.Terms and Conditions for AppointmentAn 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 ApplyCandidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=250007YClosing date of application: 18 Feb 2025The 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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Location: Ngau Tau Kok, Hong Kong

Job date: Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:16:50 GMT

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