Accounting & Tax Specialist

Job Overview
We are looking for an Accounting & Tax Specialist to manage day-to-day accounting activities, tax compliance and financial reporting for the Vietnam entity. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in full-cycle accounting, Vietnamese tax regulations and financial reporting. This role will work closely with the Finance team at headquarters and support the local management team on selected administrative matters.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including invoicing, payment processing, bookkeeping and account reconciliation.
Maintain accurate and complete accounting records in accordance with Vietnamese accounting regulations and company policies.
Review accounting transactions and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Perform regular account reconciliations and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
Prepare and submit periodic tax declarations in accordance with Vietnamese tax regulations.
Ensure timely and accurate tax compliance for the Vietnam entity.
Monitor relevant changes in Vietnamese tax and accounting regulations.
Coordinate with local tax authorities and relevant government agencies on tax-related matters.
Support tax inspections, inquiries and clarification requests when required.
Prepare monthly, quarterly and other financial reports as required.
Prepare and review the Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Cash Flow Statement.
Perform financial analysis, account reconciliation and variance analysis.
Provide financial information and reports to the Finance team at headquarters.
Support payroll calculation and related accounting activities.
Provide limited support to the local management team on selected administrative matters, such as daily procurement and routine office-related activities.
Support other finance and accounting projects assigned by management.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or a related field.
3-5 years of relevant hands-on accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of Vietnamese accounting and tax regulations.
Practical experience in tax filing and accounting compliance.
Experience handling full-cycle accounting activities.
Experience working with local tax authorities is preferred.
Good understanding of banking procedures and tax administration processes.
Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.
Strong understanding of accounting reconciliation and financial reporting principles.
Knowledge of IFRS is a plus.
Experience in international logistics, ocean freight, internet or technology-related industries is a plus.
Technical Skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, INDEX-MATCH, nested IF formulas and PivotTables.
Strong data analysis and reconciliation skills.
Familiarity with accounting or ERP systems is an advantage.
Language Skills
Good English reading and writing skills.
Basic English verbal communication skills.
Additional language skills are a plus.
Soft Skills
Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.
Proactive and self-motivated working style.
Good communication and coordination skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good problem-solving skills.
Willingness to learn and adapt to a fast-paced working environment.
Compensation & Working Conditions
Salary: VND 17,000,000 - 25,000,000 gross/month.
Full-time position.
The role primarily focuses on accounting, finance and tax responsibilities.
Occasional overtime may be required depending on month-end, tax filing and reporting deadlines.
Other benefits will be discussed during the recruitment process.