Job Information:
Position: Chief Accountant, Regional Accountant, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant (Chief Accountant Certificate)
Industry: Marketing Agency, Pharmaceuticals, Software/ IT
Department: Accounting
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Experience Level: Senior, Expert
Location: On-site, Vietnam
Address: 3A Floor, Vina Building, 131 Xo Viet Nghe Tinh, 17 Ward, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Overview
The Chief Accountant (with Chief Accountant Certificate) is a hands-on execution role with senior expert level, plays a vital role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations activities, from processing transactions and maintaining accurate records to assisting with month-end closing and reconciliations. This position requires strong attention-to-detail, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to collaborate with other team members to ensure accurate financial reporting. With a focus on continuous improvement, this position also contributes to streamline the accounting processes and supporting audits, making it an essential role in the accounting team.
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Day-to-Day Accounting Operations
- Collect, verify, and archive accounting source documents in accordance with internal policies.
- Record accounting transactions into the system (invoices, expenses, bank transactions, etc.) in compliance with VAS and IFRS standards.
- Perform bank reconciliations and monitor accounts payable.
- Manage general ledger, track fixed assets, process amortization and prepayment allocations.
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly and quarterly closing activities.
2. Client Project Accounting & Invoicing
- Review client invoices on time and in accordance with contract payment terms.
- Ensure consistent invoicing processes and standardized payment terms across markets.
- Oversee revenue recognition policies and ensure proper implementation across different jurisdictions.
3. Financial Reporting & Tax Compliance
- Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for legal entities in Vietnam, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and China. Ensure compliance with the holding company’s requirements in Hong Kong and local regulations in other countries within the group (with the advice from secretary/ tax partners).
- Liaise with independent auditors for all entities to complete group consolidation audit report.
- Prepare and review VAT, WHT, CIT and PIT filings across multiple jurisdictions within the group, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations in each country (with the support from secretary/ tax partners for the foreign entities).
- Co-work with 3rd party to prepare and maintain Transfer Pricing documentation in accordance with regulations.
- Liaise with tax authorities during audits or inspections.
4. Payroll & Union Accounting
- Record salaries, bonuses, social insurance, PIT, and other related accruals.
- Manage union-related accounting and ensure compliance with labor regulations.
5. Team Supervision & Cross-functional Collaboration
- Supervise and guide accountants in daily operations and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Collaborate with HR, Operations, and Business teams to maintain financial accuracy and completeness.
- Update internal policies, streamline procedures and provide relevant training to staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Chief Accountant Certification in Vietnam is mandatory.
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in accounting; regional or multinational experience is preferred.
- Solid knowledge of Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Proficiency in accounting and ERP systems (Odoo, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
- Strong command in English is required, particularly in financial reporting and correspondence.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational, time management, and team leadership abilities.
- Professional certifications such as ACCA or CPA are a plus.
Salary range: 30,000,000 – 40,000,000 VND gross/month.
Availability: Immediately start now
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