Finance Associate

About YCP Group

YCP is a Singapore-headquartered management consulting firm founded in 2011. Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (JDR listing, December 2021), YCP operates with 700+ professionals across 20+ offices globally. In Asia, YCP is present across 13+ cities including Tokyo, Singapore, Jakarta, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Ho Chi Minh City, and Shanghai. The Management Service Division (MSD) delivers three core service offerings: Advisory (strategy consulting), PMO (project management), and Transaction (M&A advisory). With a track record of 3,000+ projects and 500+ clients across the Asia-Pacific, YCP combines deep local market knowledge with cross-border execution capability.

YCP covers 13 industry sectors including Automotive & Mobility, Energy & Natural Resources, Healthcare, Consumer & Retail, Financial Services, Technology, Industrials, and Private Equity & Investors. Our core strengths lie in cross-border transactions, M&A, and digital transformation, underpinned by on-the-ground presence and networks that global firms cannot replicate

We are committed to nurturing the next generation of business leaders in Asia by providing real, hands-on experience across both advisory and investment work. Due to the continued growth of our office, we are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Associate based in Vietnam to support our regional finance function.

What You Will Do:

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

Manage full set of accounts, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger (GL), and bank reconciliations.

Support month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Prepare financial statements, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.

2. Invoice Compliance & Revenue Control

Ensure invoices are raised only upon receipt of signed Service Acceptance Minutes from the project team.

Verify that all invoices comply with applicable VAT and e-invoicing regulations.

Maintain proper documentation to support all billing activities for audit and tax purposes.

3. Expense Capture & Cost Classification

Record project-related expenses promptly and accurately in the accounting system based on information provided by project teams.

Ensure proper classification of costs (e.g., direct project costs vs. overhead).

Maintain accurate and complete supporting documentation for all recorded expenses.

4. Audit Readiness & Documentation

Maintain organized records of signed acceptance documents alongside corresponding invoices for audit and tax inspection purposes.

Ensure all financial and expense documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with statutory and internal requirements.

5. Tax, Payroll & Compliance

Oversee tax compliance, including VAT, PIT, CIT, and FCT filings and payments.

Process payroll, including salary calculations, statutory deductions, and payments.

Manage employee claims and ensure accurate recording within payroll and accounting records.

Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements, including social insurance and audit support.

6. Planning, Systems & Stakeholder Management

Support budgeting and forecasting activities, contributing to financial planning and cost management.

Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions.

Utilize accounting systems (e.g., SAP, MISA, or other ERP platforms) for financial tracking and reporting.

7. Administrative Support

Perform machine translation of client contracts from English to Vietnamese, where required, as an administrative task.

Note: This translation is for internal reference only; the Finance function is not responsible for legal interpretation or professional-level translation.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or advisory environments in Vietnam.
• Strong knowledge of Vietnam tax regulations and statutory compliance (VAT, PIT, CIT, FCT, SI/HI/UI).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills in English and Vietnamese (both written and verbal).
• Collaborative mindset with strong execution capabilities.