Finance Office

Founded in 1963, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (the “University”) is a forward-looking comprehensive research university with a global vision and a mission to combine tradition with modernity, and to bring together China and the West.

The Finance Office of the University, which serves the full range of business and financial management needs of the University, is looking for a high-caliber candidate to join its Investment and Treasury Unit. If you are passionate about investment management and supporting the mission of a leading university, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

The Investment and Treasury Unit of the Finance Office is responsible for implementing the investment policies as established by the University’s Finance Committee and its Investment Sub-Committee and managing the treasury operation of the University.

The appointee will be responsible for (a) supporting the University’s treasury and ORSO retirement benefit schemes operations, including preparing cashflow forecasts, placing instructions with asset management companies, handling time deposits and preparing banking and tax documentations; (b) performing accounting duties and maintaining proper accounting records in relation to the University’s treasury and ORSO retirement benefit schemes activities; (c) preparing monthly valuation reports for the University’s ORSO retirement benefit schemes; (d) preparing annual audit confirmations and audit schedules for the University’s investments and ORSO retirement benefit schemes; (e) compiling financial and investment information and reports in relation to the University’s treasury and ORSO retirement benefit schemes investments; and (f) performing other tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Applicants should have (i) completed secondary education, preferably with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; (ii) Grade E/Level 2 or above in at least 5 subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese and English (Syllabus B), OR any combination of results in at least 5 HKDSE subjects (including Level 2 or above in Chinese and English): Level 2 or above in NSS subjects, “Attained” or above in ApL subjects (subject to a maximum of 2 subjects), and Grade E or above in Other Language subjects; (iii) fast and accurate typing skill; (iv) minimum 2 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or related field; (v) a strong command of both English and Chinese; (vi) proficiency in MS Office applications, including Word and Excel; (vii) excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills; (viii) attentiveness to detail and commitment to accuracy, and the ability to work independently under tight deadline; and (ix) a self-motivated work attitude with eagerness to learn and take on new challenges. Having work experience in treasury, asset management or banking or treasury will be advantageous. Applicants without a Bachelor’s degree but with relevant experience will also be considered.

Applicants must submit copies of HKCEE/HKDSE certificates showing that they have fulfilled the language requirements and/or academic qualifications stated above, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered.

Appointment will initially be made on 2-year contract with contract-end gratuity, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.