Accounting Finance Manager

JOB SUMMARY

• The role will lead the company’s accounting and finance operations, maintaining effective financial controls and supporting management in financial planning, cash flow optimization, and performance evaluation.

KPIs

• Accounting
• Financial reports are accurate and submitted on time.
• No major tax or accounting compliance issues.
• Finance
• Maintain stable and well-managed cash flow.
• Keep receivables and payables under control.
• Provide timely and meaningful financial analysis to support management decision-making.
• Business
• Support improvements in gross margin.
• Ensure effective cost control and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: (70% ACCOUNTING - 30% FINANCE)

1. Accounting & Compliance

• Organize and manage the accounting system in accordance with VAS.
• Prepare and review periodic financial statements.
• Manage and file tax returns, including VAT, CIT, and PIT.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax authorities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

2. Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Monitor and manage daily cash flow.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts.

Manage and control

• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Coordinate with Sales and Operations to:
• Ensure timely collection of receivables.
• Optimize working capital turnover.

3. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Participate in the preparation of

• Annual budgets.
• Periodic forecasts (quarterly / rolling forecasts).

Analyze

• Revenue, costs, and profitability by customer/product.
• Variances between Actual vs. Budget.
• Monitor gross margins by shipment/order and customer.
• Provide financial analysis and reports to support Management decision-making.

4. Business Support & Decision Support

Collaborate with the Sales team to

• Review costs and pricing before finalizing deals.
• Evaluate the profitability of individual orders.

Support Management in

• Analyzing business performance.
• Providing financial data and insights for decision-making.
• Identify and flag financial risks, including:
• Cost fluctuations.
• High-risk or overdue receivables

5. Banking & Financing

Liaise with banks regarding

• International payments (L/C, T/T, CAD).
• Loan applications and credit facilities.

Monitor financing costs, including

• Interest expenses.
• Bank fees and charges.
• Recommend appropriate financing and capital utilization strategies.

6. Financial Risk Management

• Monitor foreign exchange (FX) exposure.
• Monitor commodity price risks.
• Assess logistics risks, including delays and cost increases.

Recommend

• Hedging strategies, where appropriate.
• Contract terms that help mitigate financial risks.

7. Financial Strategy Support

Work closely with Management on

• Medium-term financial planning.
• Forecasting capital requirements for business operations.

Recommend

• Cash flow optimization strategies.
• Measures to improve capital efficiency.
• Conduct basic financial scenario analysis, including:
• Revenue growth scenarios.
• Cost and foreign exchange fluctuation scenarios.

8. Team Management

• Manage and oversee the accounting team.
• Review accounting data and financial reports.
• Train and develop team members’ capabilities.
• Establish and improve accounting procedures and internal controls.

• MAIN REQUIREMENTS: 7–10 years of experience in accounting and finance.
• At least 3 years of experience in a managerial role.

Proven experience in

• Preparing financial statements.
• Cash flow management.
• Basic financial planning and analysis, including budgeting and forecasting.

Preferred

• Experience in trading and/or import-export businesses.
• Experience working with banks and handling international payments.
• Strong knowledge of VAS and tax regulations.

Strong ability to

• Analyze financial data and identify key business insights.
• Understand business operations and demonstrate a strong business mindset.
• Collaborate effectively across departments, including Sales, Operations, and Logistics.
• Make sound decisions and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, with  advanced Excel skills required .
• Experience with ERP systems is an advantage.