Assistant Accounting Officer – Payment Team - Finance Office
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Hkust. Manulife Financial Centre Kwun Tong · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Run vendor payments under the university’s policies, preparing accounts-payable vouchers and arranging settlement before due dates
- Prepare month-end accruals and provisions, then record telegraphic transfer, direct debit and prepayment transactions
- Check vendor settlements through three-way matching and related accuracy reviews
- Take part in system improvements and user acceptance testing, while supporting payment-team colleagues
- Report to the payment team’s assistant finance manager and handle other tasks assigned by your supervisor
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting or a related discipline
- At least three years of relevant work experience
- Working ability with Excel and MS Office, plus strong English and Chinese
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone who is careful with payment data, communicates well and works collaboratively. The appointment is for two years and may be renewed. It is based at Manulife Financial Centre in Kwun Tong, Hong Kong.
From the employer
Job Posting Details
The Assistant Accounting Officer is responsible for managing all aspects of vendor payment processes. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other staff members across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle vendor payment processes in compliance with Policy and Procedure of the University;
- Prepare AP vouchers and arrange payments before the scheduled payment date;
- Prepare provision / accrual entries for month-end closing;
- Record payments for TT / Direct Debit and Prepayment transactions;
- Perform the 3-way matching process and all checking procedures to ensure accuracy of vendor settlements;
- Participate in system enhancement projects and the UAT process;
- Provide support and communicate with other team members;
- Report to Assistant Finance Manager of payment team; and
- Conduct ad hoc assignment as assigned by the supervisor.
Applicants should have a bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting or a related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience. Proficiency in Excel and MS Office, as well as a good command of English and Chinese are required. The appointee should possess good communication and interpersonal skills, and be flexible and adaptive in a changing environment, detailed-oriented, responsible, focus on data accuracy and self-motivated. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating initiative, drive, and enthusiasm is desirable. Hands-on experience in an ERP system will be an advantage. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)
(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisements need not re-apply.)
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.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.)
HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.
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