Finance Director

Job Description

II. JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for overall financial operations of the company, ensuring sustainable financial health, legal compliance, and providing strategic insights to support the Leadership Team in making accurate and timely business decisions.

III. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Strategy

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with long-term business objectives
• Participate in strategic company decisions in a financial advisory capacity
• Analyze and propose investment opportunities, M&A, and business expansion
• Manage capital structure and optimize cost of capital
• Develop 3-5 year financial plans and annual budgets

2. Financial Management & Accounting

• Ensure accounting systems operate accurately and timely according to Vietnamese Accounting Standards/IFRS
• Oversee month-end/quarter-end/year-end closing processes and financial reporting
• Control costs and optimize operational efficiency
• Manage cash flow and liquidity
• Ensure effective management of assets and inventory

3. Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Provide regular and ad-hoc financial reports to the Board of Directors/Management
• Analyze key financial indicators (KPIs): ROI, ROE, EBITDA, NPM, GPM, etc.
• Evaluate business performance by department/project/product
• Provide early warnings on financial risks and propose solutions
• Build management dashboards for leadership team

4. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure 100% compliance with all tax, financial, and accounting regulations
• Manage relationships with tax authorities, auditors, banks, and regulatory agencies
• Develop and implement internal control systems
• Coordinate with independent auditors during audit periods
• Manage financial risks: foreign exchange, interest rate, credit, liquidity

5. Treasury Management & Banking Relations

• Manage relationships with financial institutions and negotiate financing terms
• Optimize debt structure and financial costs
• Ensure liquidity meets business operational needs
• Manage financial derivative instruments (if applicable)

6. Leadership & Team Development

• Build and develop a professional finance team
• Train, coach, and develop capabilities of subordinates
• Build a culture of transparency and integrity within the department
• Evaluate performance and develop career paths for staff

Job Requirement

Education & Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent certification is a strong advantage
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in finance/accounting, including at least 7 years in senior management positions

Professional Skills:

• Deep understanding of accounting standards (VAS/IFRS), tax law, corporate law
• Proficient in financial analysis and financial modeling
• Experience in fundraising, M&A, IPO is an advantage
• Proficient in ERP software (SAP, Oracle, FAST) and advanced Excel
• Experience in [specific industry per company] is preferred

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strategic thinking and holistic perspective
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Analytical, logical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work under high pressure
• High integrity, honesty, and confidentiality
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Language:

• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking) - Minimum TOEIC 750 or equivalent
• Preference for candidates with experience working in multinational environments