Chief Accountant - Manufacturing

Position Summary The Chief Accountant - Manufacturing Plant is the
senior accounting leader for Shoefabrik's manufacturing operations in Long Hau, Long An
, acting as the
Registered Chief Accountant for the manufacturing entity
.
The role has full ownership of accounting, tax, compliance, and audit matters for the manufacturing entity, while providing strong leadership and governance for the plant's finance function. The role is based at Shoefabrik office, Trung Son Residential Area, HCMC, works closely with the Head of Finance, and requires fluent English communication
. While primarily managerial, the role is
hands-on
for production costing, inventory accounting, reporting, forecasting, and complex matters.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Statutory Compliance
• Act as
Registered Chief Accountant for the manufacturing entity in accordance with Vietnamese law
• Serve as the senior finance/accounting lead at the manufacturing facility
, setting standards, policies, and controls for plant-level accounting
Ensure full compliance with Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS), Law on Accounting and other relevant regulations applicable to manufacturing operations
Take ultimate responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all accounting records at the manufacturing entity
Establish and continuously improve internal controls and accounting governance at the plant
Oversee and ensure timely monthly and annual financial closings for the manufacturing entity, and ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory reports to authorities
Communicate and cooperate with commercial banks, customs, and State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on matters related to the manufacturing entity
Align plant-level statutory accounting with management and group reporting requirements
Act as final reviewer and sign-off authority for the manufacturing entity's accounting outputs
Tax Leadership & Audit Management
• Hold
full end-to-end responsibility
for all tax matters of the manufacturing entity, including VAT, Corporate Income Tax (CIT), Foreign Contractor Withholding Tax (FCWT), and import/export-related duties
Lead tax planning, compliance, and risk management for the manufacturing entity
Manage and represent the manufacturing entity during statutory audits, tax audits, customs, and inspections
Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and consultants on plant-related matters
Support transfer pricing compliance and documentation (experience a plus)
Management Reporting Support
Prepare and review plant-level management reports for the Head of Finance
Support forecasting, budgeting, financial planning and financial analysis for the manufacturing facility
• Remain hands-on for critical reporting, deadlines, and complex issues at the plant
Systems & Process Improvement
Oversee accounting systems (including ERP) and data integrity at the manufacturing entity
Drive improvements in closing efficiency, reporting quality, and controls; develop workflow and system automation using latest technology
Find process improvements and drive process automation by using new technology such as artificial intelligence
Job requirements
Mandatory
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Vietnamese Chief Accountant Certificate
(Ministry of Finance)
Eligible to be registered as Chief Accountant under Vietnamese law
Experience
• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Chief Accountant
in Vietnam
Strong experience in foreign-invested manufacturing companies, ideally footwear, apparel, or light manufacturing, with hands-on plant/factory accounting exposure
Extensive exposure to tax compliance, audits, and inspections, with exposure to transfer pricing a plus
Solid, demonstrated experience in production costing, inventory accounting, and goods-flow control in a manufacturing environment
Proven experience leading accounting teams
Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of VAS and Vietnamese tax regulations
Solid understanding of production costing, inventory valuation methods, and manufacturing cost accounting
Willing to travel regularly to the factory in Long Hau, Long An
Leadership mindset with hands-on execution capability
High integrity, accountability, and attention to detail
• Fluent English
(spoken and written)
• Experience in Odoo ERP system a plus
Interested candidates are invited to send your CV in English to [protected info].