Deputy Head of Finance, Finance
On-siteHo Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam
Job Summary
Direct the Vietnam country P&L with granular focus on Gross Profit by business unit, client, and product, while monitoring GP per headcount and contribution margins. Own the rolling 12-week cashflow forecast, drive AR accountability through client risk profiling, and manage unbilled revenue to improve the cash conversion cycle. Build unit economics models tracking contribution margin after platform fees and ad spend, acting as a peer-level advisor to BU Heads to stress-test plans before execution. Transition the local finance team from traditional accounting to a business finance powerhouse by implementing dashboards that reduce manual Excel workarounds. Ensure timely monthly closes and audit readiness while representing Vietnam in regional discussions, translating regional KPIs into local reality.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- CPA qualification (or equivalent professional accounting certification)
- Experience leading a large-scale team (8 - 10 members)
- Ownership Mentality: Proven track record of owning a P&L with direct impact—not just reporting on it
- Deep understanding of GP mechanics, SG&A allocation, and unit economics
- Experience in high-growth, non-linear models (E-commerce, Platforms, or Performance-based agencies)
- The ability to challenge senior BU leaders constructively, using data to influence commercial outcomes
- Good communication skills both Vietnamese and English
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