We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Accountant to join our dynamic team at a FDI company specializing in the production and exporting overseas. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting expertise, fluency in Chinese speaking, and a business partner mindset to effectively manage the accounting operations in Vietnam. This role requires strong leadership skills to oversee a team of more than 5 accounting professionals and ensure compliance with local regulations and corporate standards.

1. Team Management:

   • Lead and manage a team of more than 5 accounting staff, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.

   • Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations to team members.

2. Financial Oversight:

   • Oversee the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budgets.

   • Ensure compliance with Vietnamese tax laws, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies.

   • Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including tax authorities, auditors, and business partners.

3. Business Partnering:

   • Collaborate with the Financial Director and other department heads to provide strategic financial insights and support decision-making.

   • Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for business growth.

4. ERP System Management:

   • Utilize the company’s Chinese ERP system to streamline accounting processes and ensure accurate financial reporting.

   • Troubleshoot and resolve any system-related issues in coordination with the IT team.

5. Compliance and Audit:

   • Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with local and international accounting standards.

   • Coordinate and support internal and external audits.

6. Process Improvement:

   • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

   • Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and best practices.

1. Education and Certification:

   • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

   • Chief Accountant certification is a must.

2. Experience:

   • Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting in manufacturing industry, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

   • Proven experience in managing a team and working in a multinational environment.

3. Language Skills:

   • Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) is mandatory to communicate effectively with the headquarters and Chinese stakeholders.

   • Proficiency in English and Vietnamese is preferred.

4. Technical Skills:

   • Strong knowledge of Vietnamese accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial reporting.

   • Had experience working with EPE business before

   • Experience with ERP systems (preferably Chinese ERP systems).

5. Soft Skills:

   • Strong leadership and team management abilities.

   • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

   • Business partner mindset with the ability to collaborate across departments.

   • High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail

6. Able to work on Saturday (full)

1. Competitive Salary Package:

   • 13-month salary + performance-based bonus.

2. Training and Development:

   • Opportunities for training and exchange programs with the accounting team in China.

3. Career Growth:

   • Clear career progression path, with the potential to advance to the role of Assistant Financial Director.

4. Other Benefits:

   • Dormitory provided for employee. (Free electricity and water at the dormitory)

   • 12 days of annual leave.