Senior General Accountant cum Acting Chief Accountant

I. JOB DESCRIPTION
1. Job purpose
The Senior General Accountant owns the accuracy, completeness, and statutory compliance of Terraverde's full accounting and financial reporting function - including financial consolidation, tax compliance, cash flow and budget control, internal controls, and audit coordination. This is the senior-most accounting position in the company and the key checkpoint for financial integrity.
From October 2026 to April 2027, this position will additionally take on the responsibilities of Acting Chief Accountant while the current Chief Accountant is on maternity leave - including full ownership of statutory reporting and tax finalization, and being the company's primary point of contact with auditors, tax authorities, and banks during this period.
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. Accountabilities / Main Responsibilities
Own the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all accounting records and financial reporting.
Independently prepare and consolidate financial statements in full compliance with VAS and statutory deadlines.
Manage the full tax compliance cycle (VAT, CIT, PIT, FCT) and lead tax finalization.
Monitor budgets, cash flow, and working capital; flag variances and risks proactively, not reactively.
Design, implement, and enforce internal controls and accounting SOPs across the organization.
Act as the primary point of contact for external audits, tax inspections, and bank due diligence.
Manage banking relationships, including accounts, credit facilities, and cash management.
Review and approve payments, journal entries, and reconciliations within delegated authority.
Supervise, coach, and develop the accounting team (General Accountant / Accounting Staff).
Ensure financial documentation related to tour operations, suppliers, and guides is accurate, reconciled, and properly archived.
From mid Oct 2026 - Apr 2027: assume full Acting Chief Accountant responsibilities and report directly to the General Manager / Board on the company's financial position.
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. Responsibilities / Tasks
3.1 Financial Reporting & Taxation
Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for the General Manager/Board.
Review, verify, and take final responsibility for the accuracy of financial data before submission or filing.
Prepare, review, and submit all tax declarations (VAT, CIT, PIT, and other statutory filings) accurately and on time.
Lead annual tax finalization and manage all correspondence and inspections with tax authorities.
Plan and lead year-end statutory audits end-to-end - audit schedules, supporting documents, and resolving auditor queries.
Continuously strengthen accounting procedures, internal controls, and reporting tools.
3.2 Treasury, Payment & Cash Flow Management
Own cash flow forecasting and working capital planning.
Approve and oversee payments to suppliers, tour guides, service providers, and other stakeholders.
Manage bank relationships - account operations, credit lines, guarantees.
Maintain and reconcile accounts payable / receivable ledgers; resolve discrepancies with relevant departments.
Track and report aging, payables/receivables exposure, and cash position to the General Manager / Board.
3.3 Budgeting, Controls & System Ownership
Monitor budget vs. actual performance across departments; flag overruns and recommend corrective action.
Own the accuracy and integrity of data in the accounting system / ERP (e.g., MISA, Tourchain, or company-designated software).
Design and enforce internal control procedures to prevent fraud, error, and non-compliance.
Ensure tour, supplier, and guide documentation is accurate, reconciled, and audit-ready.
3.4 Month-end / Year-end Closing
Lead monthly and annual closing - reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and adjustments.
Prepare financial analysis and management reporting for the General Manager / Board.
3.5 Team Leadership
Supervise, coach, and review the work of the General Accountant / accounting staff.
Build and maintain SOPs to ensure continuity and knowledge transfer within the accounting function.
3.6 Acting Chief Accountant Responsibilities (Oct 2026 - Apr 2027)
Take full ownership of statutory financial reporting and tax compliance during the Chief Accountant's maternity leave.
Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax authorities, and banks.
Report directly to the General Manager/Board on financial position, risk, and compliance status
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. Performance Standards
100% of statutory financial statements and tax filings submitted accurately and on time.
Zero tax penalties or audit findings resulting from compliance errors within the incumbent's control.
≥ 98% accuracy in accounting records and system data.
0 critical internal control breaches per year.
100% of payments processed within agreed terms; ≤ 2 late payments per month.
During the acting period: no missed statutory deadlines and no disruption to audit, tax, or banking relationships.
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. Authority
Review, approve, and sign off journal entries and reconciliations within delegated financial limits.
Approve payments up to a delegated authority threshold (to be confirmed with the General Manager).
Represent the company before tax authorities and external auditors within delegated scope.
During the Acting Chief Accountant period (subject to registration/Power of Attorney): sign statutory reports and tax filings as the company's registered person in charge of accounting.
Propose and approve reconciliation adjustments and improvements to accounting systems, controls, and SOPs.
Provide technical accounting guidance and performance feedback to accounting team members.
II. REQUIREMENTS
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. Knowledge & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1-2 years as Senior General Accountant, Deputy Chief Accountant, or Chief Accountant.
Holds, or is eligible to hold, the Vietnamese Chief Accountant Certificate (Chứng chỉ Kế toán trưởng) - required to take on the Acting Chief Accountant scope below.
Strong, current knowledge of Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS), the Law on Accounting, and tax regulations (VAT, CIT, PIT, FCT).
Proven track record independently preparing statutory financial statements, leading tax finalization, and managing external audits end-to-end.
Experience in tourism, hospitality, or a services/trading business is a strong plus.
Prior exposure to bank relationship management, credit facilities, or cash flow forecasting is a plus.
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. Skills & Competencies
Strong proficiency in accounting software / ERP (e.g., MISA, Tourchain, SAP, or similar); advanced Excel.
Strong financial analysis, reporting, and cash flow forecasting skills.
Solid grasp of internal controls, budget management, and risk/compliance management.
Able to work independently, own outcomes end-to-end, and exercise sound judgment under pressure without close supervision.
Team leadership skills - able to coach, review, and develop junior accounting staff.
Confident, professional communicator - able to represent the company directly with tax authorities, auditors, and banks.
English proficiency (reading/writing) preferred for audit and cross-border coordination.
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. Personal Attributes
Honest, meticulous, and comfortable being the final checkpoint on financial accuracy.
Ownership mentality - steps up, takes charge, and drives issues to resolution.
Resilient under pressure, particularly during closing, tax finalization, and audit periods.
Willing to formally assume statutory accounting responsibility (e.g., registration as Người phụ trách kế toán) when required by the business.
Committed to long-term growth in accounting / finance leadership.