* SCOPE OF WORK
- We are seeking a proactive and analytically strong Assistant Manager to take a dual role in overseeing both project construction cost control and corporate-level financial planning and analysis. This role supports cost governance across capital projects and centralized service departments, including HR, IT, Marketing, and Procurement. The candidate will act as a key finance business partner, contributing to strategic decisions, ensuring budget discipline, and driving value for money both in development projects and operational functions.
* KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Duties may include but not limited to:
+ Construction Cost Control & Project Finance
+ Prepare and update budgets for pre-construction, construction, and post-handover phases.
+ Monitor actual vs. budget expenditure; maintain detailed cost logs and dashboards.
+ Review contractor claims, VO justifications, and billing schedules.
+ Work with
project managers, QS, consultants, and legal/procurement teams.
+ Prepare monthly project cost reports and cash flow forecasts.
+ Support audit, tax, and compliance processes for development expenditures.
- Corporate Management Reporting & Budgeting
+ Lead monthly/quarterly management reporting across centralized departments.
+ Coordinate annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
+ Perform variance analysis and scenario planning for shared service costs.
+ Partner with function heads to align spending with KPIs and strategic objectives.
+ Support strategic initiatives like digital transformation or sustainability efforts.
+ Assist in investor and board-level reporting for both project and corporate matters.
- Governance & Compliance
+ Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit readiness, and financial policies.
+ Maintain documentation for project drawdowns, tax compliance, and cost allocation methodologies.
+ Drive cost efficiency in centralized functions and ensure coding accuracy.
- Financial Control & Compliance
+ Ensure strong financial governance, cost coding discipline, and policy compliance within corporate departments.
+ Monitor central service costs (e.g., IT infrastructure, shared staff, group advertising) and recommend reallocation or efficiency actions.
+ Manage internal and external audit requests relating to support functions.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.
CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent required.
- 8-10 years of progressive finance experience across FP&A, construction cost control, or management reporting.
- Experience working with
developers, PMCs, or large hospitality groups is a plus.
- Strong Excel and financial modeling; experience with ERP tools like SAP, Opera, Power BI.
- Solid understanding of contract types (FIDIC, GMP, etc.) and hospitality cost structures.
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to challenge assumptions professionally.
- Effective communicator with cross-functional coordination skills.
- Familiarity with local tax regulations, VAT, and compliance reporting in Vietnam.