Chief Accountant

A prestigious international consulting firm is seeking a highly skilled Chief Accountant to join their Hanoi branch office. This role offers the opportunity to lead the finance function for a well-established organisation with a global presence.

What you'll do:

As Chief Accountant you will be entrusted with leading the accounting function for the Hanoi branch office. Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee the finance and accounting functions of the Hanoi office, ensuring accurate handling of billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, intercompany reconciliations and settlements, as well as other financial transactions.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with VAS and applicable regulatory requirements to ensure transparency and compliance.
• Conduct monthly variance analyses and prepare regular management reports that include performance reviews, financial analyses, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit all statutory tax filings in compliance with local regulations such as VAT, PIT, CIT, FCT, and other relevant taxes.
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting finance operations and liaise proactively with tax authorities on compliance matters including license-related updates.
• Coordinate with external and internal auditors to facilitate timely completion of annual audits and issuance of audited financial statements.
• Provide financial and tax advisory support to local and regional stakeholders to ensure informed decision-making across the business.
• Monitor cash flow to guarantee sufficient funding for operational needs while overseeing petty cash disbursements and maintaining banking relationships.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for the Hanoi office while supporting financial planning and analysis initiatives aimed at driving business performance and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support smooth financial operations; maintain local accounting systems; drive process improvements; provide operational support including ad hoc tasks assigned by management.

What you bring:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing or finance.
• Possess a valid Chief Accountant certificate.
• Have at least 3 years’ experience in a similar position, ideally within an international and professional service environment.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills in both Vietnamese (spoken and written) as well as excellent command of English.
• Exhibit high attention to detail ensuring accuracy in data handling, reporting, and compliance activities within the finance function.
• Display advanced analytical skills coupled with proactive problem-solving capabilities that contribute positively to business outcomes.
• Bring proven discretion when dealing with confidential or sensitive information related to finance or personnel matters.
• Possess proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and finance accounting systems.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.