- Location
- Manulife Financial Centre Kwun Tong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Posting Details
The Finance Office is looking for an accounting professional with good analytical skills to work in Financial Planning and Reporting Unit. Key responsibilities include:
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements of the University, ensuring compliance with the accounting standards and Cost Allocation Guidelines (CAG) for both UGC-funded and non-UGC-funded activities.
- Review monthly financial statements to identify unusual transactions and address long-outstanding items.
- Prepare audit schedules and support internal and external audits.
- Assist in the preparation of the University’s annual budget, analyze budget proposals, conduct forecasts and variance analysis.
- Compile Common Data Collection Format ("CDCF") reports and fulfil other financial reporting requirements as requested by the University Grants Committee.
- Support system implementation and process re-engineering to enhance efficiency and streamline operations; and
- Carry out any other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Requirements:
- A university degree in accounting/ business/ finance and a recognized professional accounting qualification.
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, preferably in universities, NGOs, or sizable organizations
- A good team player with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive, self-motivated and able to meet tight deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
- Proficiency in English and Chinese (including Putonghua).
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.
(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.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
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HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.