FINANCE OFFICE
 
Assistant Accountant (Payment and Staff Disbursement Section) (three posts) (Ref. 250410003-IE)
 
Duties
 
The appointees will be required to:
 
(a) perform accounting duties related to payment to suppliers and staff / students’ claims, ensuring timely processing, accuracy and compliance with the established rules, regulations, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs);
 
(b) handle enquiries from staff, students and suppliers;

(c) handle general office administration;

(d) assist in the enhancement of the staff claims and related payment systems as needed; and
 
(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance or his delegate.
 
Qualifications
 
Applicants should have:
 
(a) a recognised degree in Accounting or related disciplines; or a recognised diploma/certificate plus at least one year of work experience in accounting, auditing and other related fields;
 
(b) proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word and PowerPoint;
 
(c) a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
 
(d) good problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills; and
 
(e) a strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation.
 
Conditions of Service
 
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.  Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract.  Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. 
 
Application
 
Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/general).  Consideration of applications will commence on 16 April 2025 until the positions are filled.  The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/.
 
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