Senior Accountant - Reporting

Job Summary

Suntory is a global leader in consumer-packaged goods, renowned for producing and distributing a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages, premium spirits, beer, wine, and wellness products throughout the world. With a history dating back to 1899, we are driven by a profound purpose: to inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature.

Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam Beverage (SPVB) is a strategic alliance between PepsiCo Inc. and Suntory Holdings Ltd. since 2013.

At Suntory PepsiCo VietNam Beverage, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all employees. We strive to provide equal opportunities for employment, development, and advancement regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation and age. We are continuously working to cultivate an environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and bias, and we welcome all individuals to apply for roles at Suntory PepsiCo.

ROLE: 

Responsible for Monthly Closing, PL & BS Review and analysis for GA & IT related accounts, Fixed assets accountant related to GA & IT assets ; Reporting requirements for Group Accounts & Statutory Accounts, Key Controls (KCs) management in Financial Reporting (FR) process, support Finance Manager Reporting to solve technical accounting in related section . 

Job Responsibilities

A. Month End Closing:
- Responsible for preparation and booking PRC (include: Payroll, Accrue 10 days of remaining period, PRC local accrual, and other routine accrual)
- Closing for FA (GA &IT assets) :  (Settle AuC, Capitalization, Depreciation, Reconciliation reports)
- Review and comment PL trend for Opex cost related to IT & GA 
- Review and comment PL trend for Financial income and expense 
- BS review and comment for Cash/Bank Deposit/Loan; Interco AR AP & Interco Accrual; Downpayment, Advance, AP & AP Accruals (Interest, Payroll, PRC, G&A, T&E, A&M, GRIR…)
- FICO reconciliation 

B. Fixed asset:
- Fixed Asset document validation before AP recognition for Capex G&A items (Computer, IT software/license, HO Furniture and Fixture, Car)
- Fixed Asset Register, Transfer, Disposal, WO - Capex G&A items
- Computer reconciliation with IT
- Computer Count - lead for nationwide, meeting alignment with IT, Count for HO and finalize report
- Quarterly Idle asset review for IT&GA asset

C. Reporting package & Compliance:
- Quarterly Group package preparation and submit to Region 
- Prepare Upload files and Notes for Suntory reporting purpose and responsible for queries follow up
- Perform SPVB Balance Sheet review package preparation 
- Prepare Monthly PRC tracking reports and sent to HR
- PRC Movement monitoring, Outsource expense movement monitoring, AP accrual movement monitoring, Long AP/Due from supplier/Prepayment insight, DPO analysis, Payment term by category, Interco Balance claiming/payment status
- Monthly random self test GL vouchers with qualified supporting documents and manager review evidence by SMEs. Check on completeness and accuracy of nationwide reconciliation reports
- Ensure FR process compliance by deep understanding the process and follow up with internal requirements.
- Providing documents and explanation to external auditors in connection with quarterly reviews, and annual audit
- Ad hoc exercises/ support special projects as needed

D. Technical Accounting
- Research and resolve accounting issues including evaluation and implementation of new accounting pronouncements to ensure VAS and IAS/S-GAAP/J-GAAP compliance.
- Monitor and ensure timely identification and compliance with evolving accounting guidance, provide VAS, IFRS, S-GAAP, J-GAAP interpretation and prepare technical memorandums that document issues in a clear, logical and comprehensive manner.
- Create, implement, and maintain comprehensive accounting policy documents to improve clarity and consistency. 
- Coordinate, develop and update written policies and procedures over the financial reporting process.

Skills and Experience

• University Graduate; Master in - Accounting/Finance, ACCA are preferred
• 2 years’ experience in Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Good understanding and knowledge of accounting standard, tax, legislation, company policy and SOPs
• Strong system knowledge and fluent usage of ERP system
• Good Excel and other Microsoft Office Skill (e.g Pivot Table, charts, Dashboard, PowerPoint)
• Strong in MS Excel and MS Power Point. Knowledge of ERP (Oracle/SAP), Hyperion HFM and/or Hyperion Budgeting is a significant plus