- Serve as the company's Chief Accountant and trusted advisor to leadership.
- Drive seamless office and people operations.
About Our Client
Our client is a newly established company in Vietnam, building its local presence to support long-term growth in one of Southeast Asia's most dynamic markets. As part of its expansion journey, the company is seeking a hands-on Chief Accountant / Office Manager to play a key role in setting up robust financial, administrative, and operational foundations while partnering closely with leadership to drive business success.
Job Description
Accounting & Finance
- Manage the full spectrum of accounting functions and ensure compliance with Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS).
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Oversee AP, AR, GL, fixed assets, and cash management.
- Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital.
- Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.
- Maintain accounting records and supporting documentation.
- Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts regularly.
- Coordinate external audits and statutory reporting requirements.
Tax & Statutory Compliance
- Prepare and review VAT, PIT, CIT, Foreign Contractor Tax, and other statutory filings.
- Liaise with tax authorities and government agencies.
- Ensure compliance with local accounting, tax, and labor regulations.
- Support tax audits and inspections.
- Monitor regulatory changes and advise management on potential impacts.
Budgeting & Financial Analysis
- Assist management in preparing annual budgets and forecasts.
- Analyze financial performance and provide business insights.
- Monitor actual vs. budget performance and explain variances.
- Prepare management reports and KPIs for leadership review.
- Recommend cost-control and process improvement initiatives.
Office Administration
- Manage office operations and ensure efficient administrative support.
- Oversee office leases, utilities, maintenance, and facilities.
- Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers.
- Control administrative budgets and office expenses.
- Coordinate company events, travel arrangements, and employee activities.
HR Administration
- Coordinate payroll preparation and employee benefits administration.
- Maintain personnel records and labor contracts.
- Support recruitment and onboarding activities.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
The Successful Applicant
- 7-10+ years of accounting experience.
- At least 3-5 years in a Chief Accountant role
- Experience handling office administration and HR support functions.
- Hands-on and detail-oriented.
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a lean organization.
- High integrity and accountability.
- Fluent English communication preferred.
What's on Offer
Ready to make a real impact from day one Join a growing business at an exciting stage of its Vietnam expansion and take ownership of finance, operations, and people processes while helping shape the company's future success.
Contact
Quote job ref: JN-072026-7071667
