Financial Manager / Chief Accountant (Expat Opportunity) – Vietnam at Accountancy Placements

An exciting international opportunity is available for an experienced Financial Manager / Chief Accountant to join a well-established company based in Vietnam.


Responsibilities:

Hong Kong Accounting Ownership


Manage end-to-end accounting for the Hong Kong entity, including GL, month-end close, statutory reporting, and audit
Ensure compliance with HKFRS/IFRS, Hong Kong tax regulations, and statutory filing requirements
Prepare monthly management accounts, annual financial statements, audit schedules, and tax documentation
Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and Hong Kong authorities


Regional Oversight - Vietnam & China


Review monthly financial statements from Vietnam and China entities. Ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with group policies
Provide technical accounting, reporting, and tax guidance to local finance teams
Review statutory compliance, tax filings, and key balance sheet reconciliations
Support the development of local finance capabilities and consistent reporting standards


Group Closing, Consolidation & Reporting


Lead the consolidated monthly closing process across Hong Kong, Vietnam, and China
Prepare group management accounts, financial analysis, KPIs, and variance commentary
Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts across entities


Intercompany & Cross-Border Transactions


Manage intercompany invoicing, settlements, reconciliations, and eliminations
Oversee cost allocations and ensure transfer pricing compliance and documentation
Maintain clear audit trails for cross-border and related-party transactions


AR, AP & Treasury Management


Oversee accounts receivable and payable processes, including ageing analysis, vendor reconciliations, and payment controls
Manage daily cash flow, bank reconciliations, and multi-currency banking operations
Prepare cash forecasts and liquidity planning to ensure adequate funding


Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Support


Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles
Analyse variances, identify risks and opportunities, and provide financial insights to management
Support strategic and operational decision-making with financial analysis


Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls


Coordinate external audits for Hong Kong and support Vietnam and China audits
Ensure timely tax filings across jurisdictions (profits tax, VAT, CIT, PIT)
Maintain strong internal controls, risk management, and documentation standards


Systems & Process Improvement


Enhance ERP usage (NetSuite preferred) and improve data accuracy and reporting efficiency
Drive automation, standardisation, and continuous improvement of finance processes across entities


Requirements:


Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CA / CPA / ACCA strongly preferred
3+ years' experience in financial management or senior accounting roles within international, multi-entity environments
Hands-on experience with end-to-end accounting, statutory reporting, audit, and tax compliance
Experience with group consolidation, intercompany accounting, and cross-border transactions
Prior team leadership or strong oversight experience
Solid knowledge of IFRS / HKFRS
Strong understanding of consolidation, foreign currency accounting, and audit processes
ERP system experience required (NetSuite preferred)
Advanced Excel and strong financial analysis skills
Strong ownership mindset with high attention to detail
Able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines across regions
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills