Reporting and Accounting Team Lead

Key Accountabilities

1. Accounting Quality & GL Control

• Lead Team, Ensure all general ledger postings comply with company policies, approved MOA, IFRS/LFRS, and Lao regulations.
• Maintain chart of accounts, product pricing, and accurate accounting records.
• Lead monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany and supplier confirmations.
• Oversee inventory and fixed asset counts, asset movements, and proper document filing and archiving.

2. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Lead timely and accurate month‑end closing activities, including journals, accruals, intercompany revaluation, and FX review.
• Manage payroll, employee claims, PIT, and annual leave payments.
• Prepare and submit accurate financial statements and reports for regulatory and internal requirements (IFRS & LFRS).
• Ensure data integrity and completeness of subsidiary ledgers and general ledger balances.

3. Tax Compliance & Advisory

• Prepare, review, and file all monthly and annual tax returns (VAT, excise, CIT, PIT, withholding, and others).
• Perform tax reconciliations, risk assessments, and provide tax advisory to ensure full compliance.
• Develop and maintain tax SOPs and planning strategies to optimize tax position.
• Stay updated on tax law changes and coordinate with external tax advisors when needed.

4. CIL & Financial Systems Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely upload of financial, intercompany, tax, FTE, CAPEX, and non‑financial data into the CIL system.
• Validate data quality and resolve discrepancies related to system reporting.

5. Audit, Risk & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support internal and external audits, including tax audits and regulatory inquiries.
• Prepare audit documentation, respond to findings, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify accounting and process risks, lead system improvements, enhancements, and issue resolution to strengthen controls and efficiency.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related fields
2. Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, tax, audit, or banking; manufacturing experience preferred
3. Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and tax regulations
4. Good written and spoken English; excellent written and spoken Lao
5. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail skills with integrity and accountability
6. Ability to work independently and under pressure, manage deadlines, and handle large volumes of data
7. Good communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills; proficient in Microsoft Office tools

1. Basic in People development and coaching