Finance Representative

Overview

This permanent role is based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, where you will be responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial operations of the local legal entity while ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. You will provide financial guidance and support to internal colleagues to facilitate informed decision-making. Collaboration with the Accounting Hub in Pune is an essential part of this position, alongside supporting Sidel Vietnam's administrative tasks, such as corporate registration, license and insurance renewals.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to local and group accounting standards, tax obligations, and legal requirements.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages in line with Tetra Laval and Sidel standards and Group Finance guidelines.
• Safeguard company assets and participate actively in strengthening internal controls.
• Collaborate closely with the Regional Accounting Hub.
• Manage cash flow and forecasting, including evaluating exposure to currency risk and monitoring multi-currency movements.
• Coordinate annual external audits and conduct internal audits as needed.
• Build and maintain external relationships with auditors, legal advisors, banks, and regulatory bodies such as the tax authorities.
• Oversee local invoicing processes and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Perform cost-reduction reviews and provide analyses to inform change recommendations.
• Manage the financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems and support the Accounting Hub.
• Stay updated on changes in financial legislation and taxation laws.
• Support office administrative duties including invoice scanning for payments, annual license renewals, and purchase order reviews and approvals.
• Propose and drive continuous improvements to existing financial analyses, tools, and information systems.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance or Accounting; qualification as a Chartered Accountant is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in accounting or auditing within the local jurisdiction.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with financial software such as consolidation and data warehouse systems.
• Experience with SAP, SAP Business One, or similar ERP platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, multitask, and perform efficiently under pressure.
• Good command of English in reading, writing, and verbal communication.
• Competent in task prioritization, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
• Focused on delivering results effectively.