Head of Finance

ACG_3837_JOB

Our client is a one of the leading companies in construction, real estate investment in Vietnam who is seeking an experienced candidate.

Strategic Finance & Advisory

• Advise the Board of Management on financial strategy, capital structure, and the development of business plans and investment proposals.

• Develop and recommend financial management and risk management models that are appropriate for the Company’s operating structure.

• Advise on the organizational structure, workforce planning, and talent requirements of the Finance & Accounting function to ensure effective governance and operations across the value chain.

Financial Strategy, Capital Structure & Investment Planning

• Develop short- and long-term financial strategies aligned with the Company’s business objectives, particularly for commercial real estate and service-oriented business models.

• Develop financial models and financing structures for commercial projects and investment opportunities.

• Analyze capital structure and funding costs, and recommend optimal capital restructuring solutions to improve financial efficiency and maintain financial safety.

• Review and appraise the financial feasibility of business and investment proposals, including commercial real estate projects and proposals submitted by business units.

• Monitor and evaluate financial performance and risks associated with investment and business plans, recommending corrective actions to mitigate risks and ensure adequate funding resources.

• Oversee the implementation of pricing policies, business programs, and financial standards to ensure effective financial performance and operational efficiency.

Investment Governance & Project Performance Management

• Develop and maintain an investment management framework, including policies, procedures, standards, and evaluation criteria to ensure effective investment governance.

• Establish tools and methodologies to support investment decision-making and ensure consistent application across relevant business units.

• Review, assess, and control the overall quality and financial effectiveness of projects during implementation, providing recommendations for corrective actions where required.

• Organize financial due diligence and post-investment performance reviews for commercial real estate projects and other investment projects.

• Monitor investment performance and prepare reports and recommendations for management.

• Coordinate with the Group and relevant stakeholders in project appraisal and due diligence activities, including transferred projects or projects requiring independent assessment.

Fundraising & Financial Resource Management

• Develop funding plans in line with business and investment plans, ensuring timely availability of capital and an appropriate funding structure.

• Manage the execution and disbursement of funding in accordance with approved plans, regulations, and intended purposes.

• Monitor and manage principal and interest repayment obligations, particularly short-term and long-term loans.

• Evaluate the efficiency of deployed capital and recommend measures to optimize the use of funds and improve returns.

Financial Control & Risk Management

• Establish financial control mechanisms covering financial management, cost management, and risk management.

• Analyze financial risks, including liquidity, leverage, interest rate, and other relevant financial risks, and provide timely warnings and mitigation recommendations.

• Coordinate audits and continuously improve the Company’s financial control framework to enhance transparency and internal control effectiveness.

• Develop and maintain financial policies, regulations, procedures, and operating mechanisms in line with the Company’s organizational structure and governance requirements.

• Coordinate the preparation of management reports and financial analyses to support business performance evaluation, management control, and decision-making by senior leadership.

People Management

• Assign, organize, and monitor the work of Finance & Accounting employees to ensure accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and compliance.

• Evaluate employee performance objectively and fairly, identify development needs, and provide appropriate direction and support.

• Coach and mentor team members, develop professional and technical capabilities, and establish individual development plans.

• Identify and develop high-potential employees and contribute to succession planning for the Finance function.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform other duties and assignments relevant to the position as directed by management, ensuring all assigned responsibilities are completed on time and to the required quality standards.

Requirements

• Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably a Master’s degree, in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• Relevant professional certifications in the applicable field are preferred, in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Experience

• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in finance, business operations, business development, partner development, market development, or related functions, preferably within real estate and commercial service businesses.

• At least 5–7 years of management experience, with prior experience in senior Finance positions and preferably exposure to commercial real estate, commercial services, retail, or asset management.

• Experience in financial management and implementation of investment or business projects is preferred.

• Proven experience in financial governance and management of large-scale projects is an advantage.

• Professional Knowledge & Expertise

• Strong knowledge of corporate finance and financial management, particularly financial models applicable to real estate and service businesses.

• Good understanding of financial analysis for business and investment projects, including P&L, CAPEX, OPEX, payback period, and ROI assessment.

• Knowledge of Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS), taxation, and relevant regulations governing investment and real estate business activities.

• Good understanding of monetary and financial policies, including interest rates, exchange rates, derivatives, capital structure, and various funding channels such as bank credit, bonds, and investment funds.

• Strong understanding of commercial real estate and service businesses, including commercial real estate models and asset management approaches aimed at maximizing long-term asset value.

• Good knowledge of the commercial real estate and service market, including office buildings, shopping centers, retail properties, market trends, and industry developments.

• Leadership & Management Competencies

• Strong systems thinking, with the ability to assess issues comprehensively, understand relationships and dependencies within complex systems, and make sustainable long-term decisions.

• Strong analytical and logical thinking, with the ability to make decisions based on research, multi-dimensional analysis, evidence, and reliable information.

• Strong root-cause analysis skills, focusing on identifying underlying causes and developing comprehensive solutions rather than addressing symptoms temporarily.

• Ability to establish organizational vision, strategic direction, objectives, and action plans aligned with the Company’s short-, medium-, and long-term development strategy.

• Ability to analyze and optimize organizational structures, roles, responsibilities, and interdepartmental relationships to improve organizational effectiveness.

• Ability to develop management systems, policies, regulations, and control mechanisms that ensure compliance, effective governance, and risk management.

• Strong planning, organization, delegation, monitoring, and performance management skills.

• Ability to identify, attract, develop, coach, and retain talent within the Finance function.

• Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate direction, motivate employees, and build team commitment.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective long-term relationships with internal stakeholders, business partners, and other relevant parties.

• Contact: Hoang Hai Ha*

• Due to the immense number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.**