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Join our Osprey team as our Sr. General Accountant and make an immediate impact. If you love adventure, great gear, and have a passion for the outdoors, you're in good company with our Osprey brand, one of Helen of Troy's trusted leadership brands, including OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell , PUR , Braun , Vicks , Hot Tools , Drybar . Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.
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What you will be doing :
The Sr. General Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting timely financial reporting in accordance with Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS), Corporate Accounting Policies and Helen of Troy reporting requirements.
The position is responsible for General Ledger accounting, month-end and year-end closing, account reconciliations, accounts payable, treasury, fixed assets, payroll accounting, tax compliance, statutory reporting and audit support. The role also supports Corporate Finance through Oracle ERP, FAST Accounting Software and OneStream Reconciliation Control Manager (RCM).
The Sr. General Accountant reports directly to the Sr. Finance Manager – Vietnam and works closely with Corporate Accounting, Corporate Finance, Treasury and external stakeholders to ensure financial integrity and operational efficiency.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform monthly, quarterly and year-end financial closing activities in accordance with Corporate reporting timelines.
Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepayments, payroll entries and other accounting adjustments.
Maintain complete, accurate and timely General Ledger records and supporting documentation.
Review and reconcile General Ledger accounts, investigate reconciling items and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Prepare monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules.
Prepare assigned account reconciliations using OneStream Reconciliation Control Manager (RCM), upload supporting documentation and resolve reviewer comments in a timely manner.
Review supplier invoices, verify supporting documents and ensure approvals comply with the Company’s Delegation of Authority.
Prepare payment requests, process online banking transactions and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
Monitor cash balances and support cash forecasting and treasury activities.
Maintain the Fixed Asset Register, including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, disposals and annual physical verification.
Prepare and support statutory tax filings, including Value Added Tax (VAT), Corporate Income Tax (CIT), Personal Income Tax (PIT), Foreign Contractor Tax (FCT) and Transfer Pricing documentation.
Coordinate with tax authorities, external auditors and other regulatory agencies during audits and statutory inspections.
Prepare financial schedules and supporting documentation for Corporate reporting, statutory reporting and annual financial statements.
Maintain accounting records in FAST Accounting Software and support Oracle ERP accounting processes.
Ensure compliance with Vietnam Accounting Standards, applicable tax regulations, Corporate Accounting Policies and internal control requirements.
Recommend improvements to accounting processes, financial controls and system efficiencies to enhance accuracy and productivity.
Develop and maintain accounting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions and accounting documentation.
Support Finance projects, system implementations and other assignments as directed by the Sr. Finance Manager.
AUTHORITY & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
The Sr. General Accountant is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to perform assigned responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and under the direction of the Sr. Finance Manager – Vietnam
Supervision Exercised : None.
Primary Internal Contacts:
Sr. Finance Manager - Vietnam
General Director
Corporate Accounting
Corporate Finance
Treasury
Human Resources
Operations
Procurement
Supply Chain
Primary External Contacts
External Auditors
Tax Authorities
Banks
Insurance Providers
Vendors
Outsourced Payroll and Accounting Service Providers
Other Government Authorities
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
Experience
Minimum five (5) years of progressive accounting experience.
Experience in a multinational manufacturing environment is preferred.
Experience in month-end closing, statutory reporting and tax compliance.
Experience with ERP systems is preferred.
Technical Knowledge
Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS)
Vietnam Tax Regulations
General Ledger Accounting
Financial Reporting
Account Reconciliation
Treasury Operations
Internal Controls
Systems
· Advanced Microsoft Excel.
· FAST Accounting Software.
· Oracle ERP is preferred.
Language
· Good command of spoken and written English.
Competencies
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
· Good planning and organizational skills.
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
· High level of integrity, accountability and professionalism.
· Continuous improvement mindset.
Compensation
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Compensation shall be commensurate with experience and qualifications in accordance with the Company’s salary structure.
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
Paid Time Off (PTO) in accordance with Company policy.
Private Health Insurance.
Lunch.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Other Company benefits as applicable.
TECHNOLOGY AND ASSETS ISSUED
Laptop Computer.
Dual Monitors.
Corporate Software Licenses.
REQUIRED MEETINGS AND TIME/TRAVEL
Participate in Company meetings, Finance meetings, Corporate conference calls and training sessions as required.
Additional working hours may be required during month-end closing, year-end closing, audit activities and Finance transformation projects.
Occasional domestic or international business travel may be required.
GENERAL STATEMENT
This Position Description is intended to describe the primary responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications.
The Company reserves the right to amend this Position Description from time to time to meet changing business needs. Employees may be required to perform other duties consistent with the nature and level of the position as assigned by Management.
Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a leading global consumer products company with operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Our portfolio includes trusted brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank among the top brands in their consumer goods categories.
We grow and strengthen our brands through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional products and experiences for consumers worldwide.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Management reserves the right to modify the duties and responsibilities of the position at any time.
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