Finance and Accounting Manager

POSITION: CHIEF ACCOUNTANT

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES

·        Establish and operate a finance-accounting system that meets management requirements during the factory construction investment and operational phases.

·        Effectively manage cash flow, investment budgets, CAPEX, and the overall financial health of the enterprise.

·        Ensure full compliance with accounting and tax obligations; ensure all project finalization dossiers adhere to VAS/IFRS standards and State regulations; remain audit-ready for factory finalization, inspections, and examinations.

·        Act as a strategic advisor to the Board of Directors regarding investment efficiency, risk management, and financial solutions to support the Company’s development strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Factory Construction & Investment Phase                     

1. Project Finance & Cash Flow Management

·        Develop capital mobilization and balancing plans (Equity vs. Bank Loans) to align with construction progress and equipment importation.

·        Liaise directly with banks and credit institutions regarding loan schemes, project guarantees, and specifically opening L/Cs for procurement packages.

·        Monitor exchange rate fluctuations, interest rates, and credit policies to advise on optimal financial solutions and mitigate financial risks for the Investor.

·        Perform periodic financial efficiency analysis (IRR, NPV, Payback Period) to report on the feasibility of each investment stage.

·        Prepare periodic financial and management reports for the Board of Directors.

2. CAPEX Management, Construction Accounting & Compliance

·        Organize accounting for Construction in Progress (CIP); allocate project management and overhead costs in compliance with accounting standards.

·        Strictly control contractor payment/advance dossiers (EPC, design, supervision), ensuring alignment with actual inspected work volumes and contract limits.

·        Lead the audit process for completed project finalization; execute Capitalization (converting investment capital into Fixed Assets) when the factory commences operations.

·        Manage and archive the financial document system, construction contracts, and finalization vouchers per project record regulations.

·        Take primary responsibility for preparing dossiers and executing VAT Refunds for the investment project—a critical task for project cash flow.

·        Fulfill all tax obligations: Foreign Contractor Tax (FCT), VAT, CIT, PIT, and related fees.

·        Represent the company in working with Tax Authorities, Inspectors, Auditors, Banks, and relevant functional agencies.

3. System Development & Internal Control                        

·        Establish the operational structure, financial-accounting policies, delegation of authority (DOA), and internal control mechanisms for the Project Management Board and the factory.

·        Develop key processes: payments, budgeting, costing, liabilities, inventory, assets, tax, and document archiving.

·        Participate in ERP/Financial software implementation; build a management reporting system to support operations.

·        Evaluate contractors' financial capacity, pricing dossiers, and commercial terms; provide early warnings regarding capital, budget, and project cash flow risks.

B. Operational Phase

4. Financial-Accounting Operations Management

·        Organize and manage the entire accounting-finance function, including general accounting, costing, accounts receivable/payable, inventory, assets, tax, and cash flow.

·        Ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial statements, management reports, and tax reports.

·        Analyze costs, COGS, and operational efficiency; track performance against plans and propose solutions to optimize costs and capital utilization.

5. Team Management & Other Duties

·        Manage, train, and develop the finance-accounting team.

·        Perform other tasks as assigned by Line Managers and the Board of Directors.

Preferences:
Female preferred
Chief Accountant Certificate, CPA Vietnam, or ACCA
Experience in Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, or FMCG
Experience with factory construction projects
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)
Quyền lợi
Salary: Negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Insurance: Full participation in Social Insurance, Health Insurance, and Unemployment Insurance in accordance with labor regulations.
Bonus: Subject to the Company’s policies and performance regulations.
Working Environment: Professional, dynamic, and youthful working environment.
Benefits: Other benefits and welfare policies in accordance with the Company’s regulations.

Gender/ Age

30 – 50 years old

Female preferred

Education

·        Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Chief Accountant Certificate, CPA Vietnam, or ACCA

Work Experience

·        Minimum 4-8 years of experience in a similar role.

·        Experience in CAPEX project accounting or Real Estate

·        Proficiency in contractor payment processes and investment capital finalization.

Experience in Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, or FMCG; Experience with factory construction projects; Experience with ERP (SAP, Oracle).

Skills

·        System building, team management, financial analysis, and internal control.

·        Meticulousness and logical problem-solving.

·        Straightforwardness, integrity.

·        Diligence and active listening.

·        Continuous improvement mindset.

Languages

·        Proficiency in English Communication

·        Ability to read and write specialized (technical/professional) English.