Job description:

About GFT

GFT Technologies is driving the digital transformation of the world's leading financial institutions. Other sectors, such as industry and insurance, also leverage GFT's strong consulting and implementation skills across all aspects of pioneering technologies, such as cloud engineering, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things for Industry 4.0, and blockchain.

With its in-depth technological expertise, strong partnerships and scalable IT solutions, GFT increases productivity in software development. This provides clients with faster access to new IT applications and innovative business models, while also reducing risk.

We've been a pioneer of near-shore delivery since 2001 and now offer an international team spanning 16 countries with a global workforce of over 12,000 people around the world. GFT is recognised by industry analysts, such as Everest Group, as a leader amongst the global mid-sized Service Integrators and ranked in the Top 20 leading global Service Integrators in many of the exponential technologies such as Open Banking, Blockchain, Digital Banking, and Apps Services.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Accounting Manager to lead our APAC accounting function, headquartered in Vietnam. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the full accounting cycle, financial reporting and statutory compliance across the region. The successful candidate will hold a Chief Accountant certificate as required under Vietnamese law and will bring the gravitas and technical depth to manage a team of accounting professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

Own the end-to-end accounting function for the APAC region currently comprising of Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam and Thailand
Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS) and, where applicable, IFRS IFRS or other local GAAP across the APAC region
Oversee general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end close processes aligned to group reporting deadlines for all APAC entities
Ensure APAC intercompany transactions and consolidation entries are correctly recorded and reconciled
Monitor fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules across the region
Manage treasury functions including cash flow monitoring and banking relationships as required for all APAC entities
Support regional payroll oversight across APAC

Tax & Statutory Compliance

Collaborate with the Regional Tax Team to ensure consistent tax compliance across the region (including CIT, VAT, FCT, and PIT)
Oversee timely preparation and submission of all tax returns and liaison with the tax authorities
Partner with the tax team on transfer pricing documentation, tax planning initiatives, and regulatory updates
Monitor changes in local tax legislation and accounting standards across APAC jurisdictions
Coordinate with external auditors and manage the annual statutory audit process

Team Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of up to 5 accounting staff, fostering a high-performance culture
Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular reviews, and support career development
Allocate work effectively across the team to meet deadlines and maintain quality standards
Identify skills gaps and support training and development initiatives
Business Partnering & Controls
Act as a trusted finance partner to regional business leaders, providing clear financial insight and analysis
Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, systems, and internal controls
Support budgeting and forecasting processes with accurate actuals data and variance analysis

Required Skills & Experience

Essential

Chief Accountant Certificate (Chng ch K toán trng) — mandatory requirement under Vietnamese law
Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
Minimum 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role
Deep technical knowledge of Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS), tax regulations, and Labour Law
Proven track record of managing in-house payroll independently
Experience with regional or multi-entity accounting across APAC
Proficiency in accounting ERP software (SAP experience preferred)
Strong command of written and spoken English for regional reporting and stakeholder communication

Preferred

Experience in a multinational company or regional shared services environment
Familiarity with IFRS reporting requirements
Experience managing or coordinating accounting across multiple APAC countries (e.g. Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand)
Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) in addition to the Chief Accountant certificate

What We Offer

You will be working with some of the brightest people in business and technology on challenging and rewarding projects in a team of like-minded individuals. GFT prides itself on its international environment that promotes professional and cultural exchange and encourages further individual development with the benefits below:

Competitive salary
13th-month salary guarantee
Performance bonus
Professional English course for employees
Premium health insurance
Extensive annual leave

(Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not received a response from GFT regarding your application within 10 workdays, please consider that we have decided to proceed with other candidates. We truly appreciate your interest in GFT and thank you for your understanding)

Senior Accounting Manager, APAC