Assistant Finance Manager
Reference No: RDC-20250328
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology R and D Corporation Limited (the Company) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (the University). The Company has been serving as the vehicle for commercialization and exploitation of the research conducted at the University. The Company provides contractual, financial and administrative support for the University's technology transfer, collaborative research and consulting activities with the industry.
Job Description
The appointee will be responsible for assisting the Company on financial and administrative matters for projects and activities funded by different funding schemes (such as RAISe+, and/or other ITC fund, etc.). Major financial and procurement related responsibilities of the appointee include:
- Liaison with the University departments, project teams and HKUST startups to prepare project and company’s budgets for funding applications.
- Provision of daily accounting and cash management, budget and funding control, liaison on internal and external audit matters, purchasing of items for the projects, etc.
- Provision of HR functions including payroll, insurance, MPF administration, etc.
- Handle enquiries from project teams, HKUST startups and funding parties, etc.
- Provision of other office administrative functions.
Requirements
Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree preferably in accounting. The ideal candidate should have a recognized professional qualification in accountancy and more than 5 years’ post-qualification experience. Candidates should have experience in handling the financial and administrative matters of ITF projects. He/She should be self-motivated and have strong analytical, organizational abilities, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua) is required. Work experience in public sector is an advantage (Duration: 2 years)
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.
Procedures
Application forms are obtainable by downloading from the Company’s website (https://rdc.hkust.edu.hk/joinus). Completed application form and resume (including current and expected salary) should be returned to the Company by email (rdcrecruit@ust.hk) on or before 11 April 2025 (Friday). We thank applicants for their interest but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.