Deputy Accountant

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL SECRETARIAT

Deputy Accountant

The Legislative Council Secretariat ("the Secretariat") is looking for high calibre individuals for appointment as Deputy Accountant in its Human Resources and Accounts Division. Under the supervision of The Legislative Council Commission, the Secretariat's mission is to provide efficient and professional secretariat, research and administrative support for the Legislative Council ("LegCo"), enhance community understanding of the activities of LegCo and ensure an effective avenue for redressing grievances of members of the public.

Main duties

The main duties of a Deputy Accountant include:

(a) assisting in accounting and investment matters;

(b) assisting in budgetary control;

(c) preparing financial forecasts and reports;

(d) utilizing information technology proficiently to perform accounting tasks and general duties; and

(e) supervising payment functions in accordance with approved guidelines and regulations.

Entry requirements

Candidates should:

(a) be a qualified accountant of a professional body such as Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, or equivalent;

(b) have at least six years' work experience at supervisory/managerial level in the accounting/auditing field;

(c) have a very good command of written and spoken Chinese and English;

(d) possess good analytical, communication and supervisory skills and be able to work independently and under pressure; and

(e) be willing to work beyond normal office hours or on holidays when needed.

The Secretariat may devise further criteria to shortlist applicants. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend a written test.

Remuneration

The starting salary is $62,895 per month, increasing by five annual increments to $79,135. There is also a monthly cash allowance for the rank of Deputy Accountant (the current rate is $1,190 per month). The successful candidate will be appointed on three-year agreement terms subject to renewal upon satisfactory completion of service, at which the appointee will be eligible for an end-of-agreement gratuity. The gratuity, when added to the employer's contribution to a Mandatory Provident Fund Scheme, is equal to 15% of the total basic salary drawn during the agreement period. Fringe benefits include paid leave as well as medical and dental benefits.

Application

The Secretariat only accepts online applications for the above position. Applicants should apply online at ‌career-‌ on or before 21 May 2024. Note Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or by phone. All personal data provided will be treated in strict confidence. Applicants not invited for interview or written test within eight weeks from the closing date may assume their applications unsuccessful.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Legislative Council Commission is committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination in employment with the Secretariat. The post advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirements irrespective of their disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.

Note Please note that the Secretariat has not authorized any employment agencies or third-party organizations to receive applications on behalf of the Secretariat.