[VN] Record-to-Report Lead

I. ABOUT 4P’s CORPORATION
4P’s, headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, operates 40 worldwide restaurants. Our main restaurant, Pizza 4P’s, has 35 stores in Vietnam and manages global franchises like IPPUDO and ABOUT LIFE COFFEE BREWERS. Our core products are food and beverages, specifically pizza, with key differentiators of "House-made cheeses", "Earth-to-people" and "Omotenashi" hospitality.

Pizza 4P’s is an innovative Vietnam-based Japanese Italian pizza restaurant that started in Vietnam with a simple yet powerful mission: “Delivering Wow, Sharing Happiness”. We are known for crafting artisanal pizzas, homemade cheese, and unique East-meets-West flavors while embracing sustainability and community impact at the heart of everything we do. Today, we operate restaurants across Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan, India and Indonesia, and continue to grow with a vision of bringing people together through memorable dining experiences.

II. ROLE PURPOSE
The Record-to-Report (RtR) Lead plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of 4P’s Corporation’s financial reporting. This position oversees the end-to-end month-end closing, general ledger management, and compliance with both Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Acting as a guardian of financial accuracy and process excellence, the RtR Lead partners with cross-functional teams to ensure transparent reporting, effective reconciliations, and continuous improvement in the financial reporting cycle for Vietnam and expanding international operations.

III. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. General Ledger & Month-End Close Management

• Lead and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and allocations.
• Maintain integrity of the General Ledger (GL) and ensure timely reconciliations.

2. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and review financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, etc.) in accordance with VAS and IFRS.
• Support internal and external audit requirements with accurate documentation and analysis.
• Monitor accounting policies and ensure consistent application across entities.

3. Balance Sheet Integrity & Reconciliation

• Oversee preparation and review of all balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly to maintain accurate financial positions.
• Establish and maintain effective control policies for balance sheet substantiation.

4. Process Improvement & Systems Integration

• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency within the RtR process.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and IT teams to improve reporting workflows and data quality.
• Drive best practices in accounting operations and documentation.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with FP&A, Tax, and Operations teams to ensure end-to-end accounting accuracy.
• Support regional and group-level consolidation as required.

IV. SUCCESS METRICS & KPIs

• Timely Closing: 100% adherence to monthly and annual closing timelines.
• Accuracy: Zero critical audit findings or financial misstatements.
• Compliance: Full adherence to VAS, IFRS, and internal control policies.
• Efficiency: Reduction in manual journal entries and reconciliation effort.
• Process Improvement: Documented enhancements or automation delivered per quarter.

V. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Technical Accounting & Reporting Expertise
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail & Process Discipline
• Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Integrity & Accountability

VI. TOOLS, ENVIRONMENT & WORKING CONDITIONS
Systems & Tools: SAP (preferred), Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, BI tools (e.g., Power BI).
Work Setting: Office-based with flexible hybrid arrangement.
Travel Requirements: Minimal; occasional domestic coordination.

VII. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Preferred: CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification.
• Language Proficiency: English – Advanced (spoken & written). Vietnamese – Fluent (spoken & written).

VIII. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Duration: Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting.
• Relevant Experience: Proven track record managing GL, closing, and reporting cycles.
• Industry: Prior experience in multi-unit retail, F&B, or hospitality is highly advantageous.
• Stakeholder Management: Experience collaborating across finance and operational functions.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to coordinate and mentor team members during critical cycles.

IX. CAREER PROGRESSION

• Feeder Roles: Senior Accountant, Accounting Supervisor, GL Specialist.
• Next Roles: Accounting Manager, Regional RtR Manager, Finance Controller.
• Mobility: Opportunities for cross-country finance roles or specialization in FP&A, Audit, or Tax.

X. COUNTRY & ROLE-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Must comply with Vietnamese accounting standards, tax laws, and corporate governance.
• Flexibility required during peak closing periods (month-end, quarter-end, year-end).
• RtR scope and deliverables may evolve based on 4P’s regional expansion and system integrations.

This Job Profile is intended as a reference framework. Actual responsibilities, scope, and requirements may be adjusted based on business priorities and evolving organizational needs.
Explore to join our Wow journey at https://pizza4ps.com/vn/career/