General Accountant

Job Description

The General Accountant is responsible for the manufacturing costing, the month-end close process, the external audit, and maintains an understanding of VAS/IFRS and how it applies to Highlands Coffee Roastery. This role is also responsible for providing supporting to all accounting and tax activities, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting the financial reporting processes.

Job Requirement

1. Key Accountabilities:

General Accounting Management

·     Responsible for general accounting & policy application for all cycles including receivables/payables, inventory, costing, revenue recognition, etc.

·     Ensure all accounting activities of Highlands Coffee Roastery are recorded properly according to the Vietnamese law and to company requirements.

·     Review paperwork & documentation needed to record transactions accurately according to IFRS, VAS, tax regulations, update on accounting, tax & legal regulations.

·     Drive account reconciliation preparation & review monthly.

·     Tax declaration and finalization (VAT, CIT, PIT, etc.)

·     Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

·     Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes

Cost Accounting & Analysis

·     Maintain and analyze cost accounting systems for manufacturing operations.

·     Calculate standard costs and update as needed to reflect changes in material, labor, and overhead costs.

·     Monitor and analyze production cost variances, including material, labor, and overhead variances.

·     Identify cost reduction opportunities and provide recommendations for process improvements.

Inventory & Production Accounting

·     Track and reconcile raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory.

·     Conduct periodic (monthly) physical inventory counts and ensure proper valuation.

·     Analyze inventory variances and implement corrective actions.

·     Ensure accurate reporting of inventory movements in the ERP system.

·     Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to monitor inventory turnover and minimize waste

Accounts Payable and Receivable

·     Perform financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls and policies.

·     Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

·     Process vendor invoices, ensure accuracy, and manage payment schedules.

·     Reconciling bank statements and ensuring accuracy of financial records

·     Monitor accounts receivable balances, follow up on outstanding payments, and maintain customer records.

·     Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies.

·     Maintain strong relationships with vendors and customers to ensure smooth financial operations

Compliance and Risk Management

·     Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

·     Support the Finance & Accounting Manager in conducting periodic audits to assess the effectiveness of financial controls.

·     Ensuring compliance with accounting standards (VAS/ IFRS) and local regulations

·     Coordinate with auditors during external audits and ensure timely completion of audit requirements.

Financial Reporting

·     Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, yearly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

·     Collaborating with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

·     Compile and analyze financial data to support the Finance & Accounting Manager in generating accurate and timely reports.

Others

·     Responsible for identifying areas for process improvement and implementing best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the company’s financial operations.

·     Supporting the Finance & Accounting Manager in various financial tasks and projects as needed.

·     Perform ad-hoc financial tasks and projects as needed by management, such as financial analysis, special reports, or system implementations

2. Job Requirements:

Education/ Training Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Tax or related field required

Work Experience

·     05+ years working experience in manufacturing cost accounting/ general accounting, 1+ years of experience in management positions,

·     Experience in manufacturing costing is a must.

·     Chief Accountant Certificate is preferred.

Knowledge of:

·     ERP experience required.  Experience with Microsoft D365 is highly preferred.

·     Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel. 

·     Strong grasp of VAS/IFRS accounting concepts. 

Skills (Ability to):

·     Good interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization. 

·     Problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses. 

·     High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation. 

·     Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in data management and calculations.

·     Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

·     Self-learning and persistent in seeking new solutions.

·     Ability to adapt to new software and digital tools for process automation

·     Fluent in English written and verbal skills is a plus.

Working hours: as per business needs. Typically, 8am-5pm Mon-Fri, and 2 Sat/ month

Other special requirements (if any):

·     Working location: Phu My II Industrial Park, Phu My, Ba Ria - Vung Tau (Shuttle bus from Sala Area - Ho Chi Minh City provided)

·     One-off travel to Sala office required.