General Accountant

Position Summary

CIRCADIAN is the leading boutique short-term rental operator in Vietnam.
We are seeking an ambitious and proactive General Accountant to establish and grow our finance department. This role will oversee the transition from outsourced accounting services to an internal team. Our hope is that the candidate will develop into the role of Chief Accountant and help us to scale our business to several hundred units in the next few years.
The role will be onsite at our office in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions
• Maintain the general ledger (cash, bank, receivables, payables)
• Reconcile bank accounts, cash balances, receivables, payables, and intercompany/project accounts
• Oversee proper filing and archiving of accounting records

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Develop hospitality-specific performance dashboards and internal reports
• Analyze results to advise management on financial position, risks, and opportunities
• Advise on long-term business planning and strategy
• Support internal teams (Project, Operations) with reports and guidance

Project & Cost Accounting

• Assist in project budgeting and monitor expenditures against plans
• Track and control project costs, coordinating with project teams for updates
• Support annual budget preparation and variance analysis
• Implement cost controls and supplier oversight to ensure efficiency and prevent leakage

Compliance, Tax & Audit

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax laws, and company policies
• Prepare and submit statutory reports (VAT, PIT, CIT, etc.)
• Develop good relationships with the tax department and take the lead during audits, inspections or settlements
• Maintain the fixed assets register and supervise periodic inventory checks

Cash, Debt & Treasury Management

• Monitor cash flow and ensure liquidity for operations
• Manage receivables, payables, and petty cash to optimize working capital
• Develop payment schedules aligned with contracts and projects
• Manage banking relationships, oversee loan repayments, and ensure financing compliance
• Forecast cash needs and propose financing strategies

Team Leadership

• Recruit, train, and supervise accounting staff as the team expands
• Develop workflows, procedures, and internal controls for the finance department
• Monitor staff performance and provide coaching

Payroll & HR

• Process staff salaries, overtime, and allowances
• Handle social, health, and unemployment insurance, as well as personal income tax

Investor & Fundraising

• Prepare financial reports and analysis packs for investors
• Support fundraising, due diligence, and audits as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, including 3 years as a general accountant
• Proven experience handling audits and working directly with tax inspectors, auditors, and government agencies
• Strong knowledge of Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS) and tax regulations; IFRS familiarity is a plus
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of scaling into a leadership role
• Proficiency in accounting software (Misa/FAST) and Microsoft Excel
• English is plus, but not required
• Hospitality or real estate industry experience preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with participation in compulsory social insurance as prescribed
• 13th month salary based on annual business results
• Other incentives based on company, department and individual KPIs
• Opportunity to build a finance department from the ground up
• Clear growth path to Chief Accountant as the company scales
• Support for continuing education, training, and certification (Certificate of Chief Accountant, ACCA, CPA, etc)
• Computer provided

To apply, please submit your CV here:

https://circadian.talent.vn/job/general-accountant