About the Accounting Team Lead:

As an Accounting Team Lead, you'll lead our accounting operations and drive financial excellence across our growing SaaS organization. This strategic role combines traditional accounting leadership with specialized expertise in SaaS revenue recognition, treasury management, and government relations. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented financial professional with deep understanding of subscription-based business models and regulatory compliance.

What you will be responsible for: 

Accounting Leadership & Operations

• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Develop and maintain robust internal controls and accounting procedures
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes
• Manage and mentor the accounting team (1-2 team members)
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure compliance with VAS/IFRS standards

SaaS Revenue Management

• Manage revenue scenarios including multi-element arrangements, and billings
• Conduct billing operations and subscription lifecycle management
• Collaborate with Sales and Customer Success teams on contract terms and revenue implications

Treasury Management

• Manage cash flow planning, forecasting, and optimization
• Oversee banking relationships and treasury operations
• Implement and maintain cash management policies and procedures
• Monitor and manage foreign exchange risk for international operations
• Ensure optimal working capital management

Government Relations & Compliance

• Serve as primary liaison with tax authorities and regulatory bodies as Chief Accountant
• Manage all tax compliance including income tax, sales tax, and international tax obligations
• Handle government audits, inquiries, and correspondence
• Ensure compliance with regulations
• Stay current on changing tax laws and regulations affecting SaaS business

Strategic Support

• Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process improvements and system implementations

What will make you successful in this role:

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Chief Accountant certification required

Experience

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a senior accounting role
• Experience with treasury management and cash flow optimization
• Proven track record in tax compliance and government relations
• Big 4 accounting firm experience a plus

Technical Skills

• Expert knowledge of VAS/IFRS accounting principles
• Proficiency in Accounting systems (Misa, Odoo, etc.)
• Advanced Excel skills and financial modeling capabilities
• Experience with SaaS-specific tools (billing platforms, subscription management systems)
• Knowledge of tax software and compliance tools

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership and team management experience
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Cross-functional collaboration and relationship building
• Strategic thinking and business acumen

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with international accounting and multi-currency operations
• Knowledge of SaaS metrics and KPIs (ARR, MRR, churn, LTV, CAC)
• Project management experience
• Experience with accounting system implementations

• Have opportunity to work with global merchants and join the dynamic, young and friendly project team; stable career path;
• Attractive salary based on skills and experience; 13th month salary & seniority bonus; Employee’s marriage, maternity bonus; Birthday voucher gift;
• Annual salary review;
• Premium Healthcare, annual health check;
• Regular technical seminar & external/ internal training courses;
• Providing free coffee, tea & snack;
• Internal engagement events: Team-building; Town-hall, birthday gift voucher, mid-autumn, new year and kick-off parties, yearly company trip;
• FireGroup Sports Clubs: Running, Football, Badminton, etc;
• Laptop/ PC/ Monitor are provided.