Chief Accountant

Job summary

Our client - one of the largest refinery and petroleum companies in Asia is looking for a Chief Accountant for their newly setup business in Vietnam.

Job Responsibilities

As the Chief Accountant, you will be responsible for managing all financial and accounting activities of the company. You will ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with local regulations, and effective financial planning and analysis.

• Oversee the entire accounting function including bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Ensure compliance with Vietnamese accounting standards and regulations.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and prepare for annual audits and tax filings.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Supervise and train accounting staff.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and other stakeholders.

Experience requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Vietnamese accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Fluent in reading, writing & speaking English
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Must have Chief Accountant Certificate or equivalent qualification.

Please click the APPLY button or contact Mr. Long Pham via long.pham@adecco.com for further discussion.

Contact Person

•   Long Pham
•  Adecco