Vice President of Finance & Accounting

Job Title: Vice President of Finance & Accounting
Department: Finance Department
Reports to: CEO / CFO
I. Position Overview
The Vice President of Finance & Accounting is responsible for developing and executing the company’s overall financial strategy. This role oversees financial management, accounting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), treasury management, tax planning, and internal control systems, ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of the company’s financial operations.
As a key member of the senior management team, the VP of Finance & Accounting provides strategic financial counsel to the CEO and other business leaders. Through financial data analysis, budget management, operational performance evaluation, and risk control, the role supports strategic planning, business growth, profitability enhancement, and long-term value creation.
Furthermore, the position is responsible for establishing and refining standardized financial management policies and accounting processes, driving the digital transformation of the finance function, and ensuring the company remains in compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and regulatory requirements.
II. Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Strategy & Business Management
Develop and implement the company’s mid-to-long-term financial strategy, annual financial objectives, and financial management plans.
Provide financial analysis, strategic decision-making support, and operational recommendations to the CEO, CFO, and senior management team.
Participate in corporate strategic planning, business expansion, investment decisions, and the evaluation of major commercial projects.
Analyze corporate revenue, costs, profits, cash flow, and operational performance, and propose recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
Establish a financial performance evaluation system to ensure that the company’s financial goals are aligned with its overall business strategy.
2. Accounting & Financial Reporting
Oversee the company’s comprehensive accounting system and financial reporting management, ensuring that financial data is accurate, complete, and timely.
Supervise the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
Ensure that financial statements comply with applicable accounting standards, such as US GAAP, IFRS, or other locally relevant accounting standards.
Oversee core accounting functions, including the general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, revenue recognition, and cost accounting. Responsible for the preparation of consolidated financial statements, management reporting, and external financial disclosures.
Continuously optimize accounting policies, accounting processes, and financial reporting standards.
3. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
Establish a budget management framework and monitor budget execution across departments.
Conduct revenue forecasting, cost analysis, profit analysis, and cash flow projections.
Evaluate the impact of various business strategies on corporate financial performance through financial modeling and scenario analysis.
Provide management with regular operational analysis reports, financial metrics, and performance reviews.
Identify gaps between financial performance and operational goals, and propose improvement measures.
4. Treasury & Capital Management
Oversee corporate cash flow, working capital, and liquidity management.
Optimize cash management, capital allocation, and financing structures.
Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, financing arrangements, and capital deployment.
Evaluate the viability of capital expenditures, investment projects, and significant financial commitments.
Monitor interest rate, exchange rate, credit, and liquidity risks.
Support mergers and acquisitions (M&A), financings, restructurings, and other major capital initiatives.
5. Tax Management & Compliance
Oversee corporate tax planning, tax filings, and tax compliance.
Ensure the company adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations.
Supervise corporate income tax, sales tax, value-added tax (VAT), payroll tax, and other relevant tax matters.
Coordinate with external tax advisors, auditors, and legal counsel.
Identify potential tax risks and develop sound, legally compliant tax optimization strategies.
Stay updated on changes to tax policies and regulatory requirements.
6. Internal Controls & Risk Management
Establish, implement, and continuously refine the corporate internal control and financial risk management framework.
Ensure that financial processes, authorization/approval workflows, and the use of funds align with corporate governance requirements.
Oversee financial audits, internal audits, and external audits.
Identify and manage risks related to finance, operations, compliance, and fraud.
Drive the standardization of financial policies and processes, and promote formal management practices. Ensure the security of financial information, data integrity, and the effective management of access rights.
7. Financial Transformation & Process Optimization
Drive the digitalization, automation, and intelligent transformation of financial management.
Lead or participate in the implementation and optimization of ERP systems, financial management systems, and business intelligence (BI) analytical tools.
Leverage data analytics and financial technology (FinTech) to enhance the efficiency of financial management.
Optimize financial processes, shorten the financial closing cycle, and improve the quality of financial reporting.
Facilitate the transition of the finance department from a traditional accounting function to a strategic business partner.
8. Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration
Lead and manage finance and accounting teams; establish an efficient organizational structure and a clear framework of roles and responsibilities.
Set team performance goals; oversee talent development, performance evaluations, and the enhancement of professional capabilities.
Maintain close collaboration with operations, sales, human resources, legal, procurement, and other business units.
Provide financial guidance, cost control, and decision-making support to various business units.
Report key financial matters and operational analysis results to the Board of Directors and senior management.
III. Qualifications
1. Education
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
An MBA, Master’s degree in Finance, or Master’s degree in Accounting is preferred.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, CFA, or ACCA are highly desirable.
2. Work Experience
At least 20 years of experience in finance, accounting, or corporate financial management.
At least 10 years of experience in senior financial management or leading finance teams.
Extensive experience in comprehensive corporate financial management, financial reporting, budget planning, and internal controls.
Proven experience in cross-functional management and providing decision-making support to senior leadership.
Experience working in publicly listed companies, multinational corporations, multi-entity groups, or high-growth enterprises is preferred.
Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M&A), financing, corporate restructuring, or capital operations is a plus.
3. Professional Skills
Proficient in financial management, accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis.
Well-versed in US GAAP, IFRS, and relevant financial regulatory requirements.
Strong capabilities in budget management, financial forecasting, cash flow management, and financial modeling. Proficient in tax management, internal controls, risk management, and audit processes.
Skilled in the use of ERP systems and financial analysis tools, such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Power BI, or similar platforms.
Possesses strong capabilities in data analysis, strategic planning, and business judgment.
4. General Competencies
Demonstrates excellent leadership, organizational management, and team-building skills.
Possesses outstanding communication, coordination, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Skills
Accounting

Experience
20+ yrs

Work arrangement
Yes