Assistant Accounting Officer (Student Financial and Receipt (SF&R) Unit) – Finance Office

Department: Finance Office

Job Posting Details

The Finance Office at HKUST is seeking a proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented accounting professional to support accounts receivable, refund administration, and accounting operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial transactions, while contributing to process enhancement initiatives and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage accounts receivable functions for student and sundry debtor accounts, including billing, collection monitoring, receipt reconciliation, receivable reconciliation, follow-up on outstanding balances, and preparation of accounting entries.
- Prepare, analyse, and interpret financial and operational data, identify trends and exceptions, and provide insights and recommendations to supervisors and management.
- Review and process student reimbursement claims in compliance with the University policies and procedures.
- Liaise with internal departments and stakeholders to resolve outstanding receivables, payment discrepancies, and other financial matters.
- Assist in month-end closing activities and the preparation of management reports and supporting schedules.
- Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and support system implementation and enhancement projects.
- Undertake ad hoc assignments and projects as assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, with at least 3 years of relevant work experience.
- Sound knowledge of accounts receivable processes and accounting principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
- Highly meticulous, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; experience with ERP systems is an advantage.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at different levels.
- Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua.
- Experience in supporting annual audits and preparing audit schedules would be an advantage.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong willingness to learn, adapt to changing business needs, and continuously improve processes in a dynamic environment.

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.

Please apply on or before: 2 October 2026.

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HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.