Assistant Officer (Accounting)

Finance Office
Assistant Officer (Accounting)

The Finance Office is currently seeking a motivated individual to join the Accounting Operations and Systems Unit as an Assistant Officer (Accounting). The appointee will directly report to the Assistant Finance Manager(s) / Finance Manager(s) and support the efficient and effective management of accounting operations and projects.

The appointee will be responsible for (a) preparing accounting entries and processing financial documents relating to the University's research grants, including expenditure applications, payment vouchers and receipt vouchers (b) managing project accounts, including budget monitoring and ensuring compliance with the grantor's financial requirements (c) preparing project financial statements and reports (d) answering enquiries from departments and units on financial matters (e) performing general clerical and administrative duties and (f) performing other tasks as assigned.

Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline, or a Bachelor's degree in another discipline supplemented by a diploma or certificate in an accountancy-related subject (ii) a minimum of 3 years post-qualification accounting-related work experience (iii) a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua) (iv) good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently with a meticulous mind and (v) proficiency in MS Word and Excel. Having experience in using SAP will be advantageous. Those with a sub-degree or other academic qualifications, together with demonstrated relevant functional job knowledge and skills acquired through formal training or work experience, may also be considered.

Applicants MUST submit copies of academic certificates showing that they have fulfilled the academic qualifications stated above, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered.

Appointment will initially be made on a 2-year contract with contract-end gratuity, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit.