Assistant Finance Manager (FO) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Month-end Close, Year-end Close, Consolidated Financial Statements, Management Accounts, Financial Analysis, KPI Tracking, Cash Flow Forecasting, Audit Coordination, Tax Filing, Standard Operating Procedures, Communication Skills, Accountancy

Industry

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. Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Assisting the Finance Manager to oversee month-end and year-end close; Preparing consolidated financial statements and management accounts for the University; Preparing financial statements for externally-funded projects; Preparing standard operating procedures; Coordinating audit matters and tax filings; Performing financial analysis, including Key Performance Indicators and cash flow forecast; and Other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by management Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A recognized degree in accountancy or equivalent; Qualified accountant with at least 4 years’ post-qualification experience gained from sizable companies or organizations; Self-motivated, organized with strong communication skill and sense of ownership; Able to work in a dynamic environment under pressure and tight timelines; Logical mind with service mindset, self-motivated with strong sense of responsibility; and Hands-on experience in relevant areas is highly desirable. Terms and Conditions for Appointment An 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 Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. The 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.

Responsibilities

The appointee will assist the Finance Manager in overseeing month-end and year-end closing processes and preparing consolidated financial statements. Responsibilities also include coordinating audits, tax filings, and performing financial analysis such as cash flow forecasts and KPI tracking.