Head Of Finance
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Head Of Finance
Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Leadership & Strategy

  • Lead the finance function of Apollo English, aligning financial management with company strategy and operational goals.
  • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and risk mitigation.
  • Partner with the Executive Team and key stakeholders to provide actionable financial insights that drive business performance and informed decision-making.
  • Support strategic initiatives including pricing strategy, cost optimization, investment planning, and corporate restructuring.

2. Operational Efficiency & Transformation

  • Drive operational and budget efficiency through finance innovation, digitization, and process enhancement.
  • Lead finance transformation initiatives including automation, dashboard reporting, and data analytics adoption.
  • Centralize finance operations while enabling autonomy at the branch level to balance consistency and flexibility.
  • Establish and maintain robust internal controls, compliance processes, and financial governance across all locations.

3. Governance, Audit & Risk Management

  • Manage external relationships with auditors, tax authorities, bankers, legal advisors, and other key partners.
  • Oversee audits, tax inspections, and ensure compliance with Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
  • Strengthen governance frameworks and safeguard the company’s financial integrity.

4. Team Leadership & Capability Building

  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team across the organization.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning within the finance function.
  • Mentor finance leaders, enhancing capabilities in FP&A, business partnering, and digital finance tools.
Job Requirements
  •  15+ years of finance experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role working directly with CEOs, Boards, or investors.
  •  Proven experience in managing finance teams of 10+ people, with strong leadership, collaboration, and mentoring skills.
  •  Big 4 audit firm experience (KPMG, Deloitte, PwC, or EY) for at least 3 years is strongly preferred.
  •  Industry experience in education, retail, or other multi-outlet businesses with nationwide operations is highly desirable.
  •  Skilled in standardizing financial operations, building internal controls, and driving efficiency across decentralized networks.
  •  Proficient in accounting systems, dashboard reporting, and data analytics; experience leading finance transformation projects is a plus.
  •  Solid experience in managing audits, tax inspections, and external partnerships (banks, law firms, auditors, tax authorities).
  •  Exposure to M&A, due diligence, and corporate restructuring is advantageous.
  •  Strong understanding of Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
  •  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration; CPA, ACCA, or CFA certifications are a strong plus.
  •  Excellent communication skills in both English and Vietnamese, written and spoken.
  •  Culture match with the Company’s values: Passion, Accountability, Integrity, Innovation, Partnership.
Job Location
  • TP. Hồ Chí Minh
  • TP. Hà Nội