Finance Coordinator

• Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness
• Full time, Fixed Term role based in Da Nang, Viet Nam.  
• Closing Date: Monday, 2^nd June 2025

 

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Fred Hollows Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.  

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25+ countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health. To find out more about our work, please visit our website https://www.hollows.org

 

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Finance Coordinator is accountable for the implementation of daily accounting work, accounting system requirements, and providing support in financial administration and reporting to the Office and Programs of FHF Viet Nam and beyond if required.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Finance Coordinator will own the outcomes of:

• Providing effective support in the accounting service and financial administration for the office and programs/projects in compliance with FHF financial and operational regulations/guidelines.
• Conducting and facilitating effective financial checks and follow-up on the spending of project partners to ensure transparency, correctness, reasonability, and accuracy.
• Providing proactive support to project partners in financial reporting of FHF projects and closely monitoring the compliance with FHF and donor financial regulations by the partners.
• Contributing to financial coordination and justification with the project teams during the project implementation and disbursement process to ensure being answerable and justifiable to the teams’ inquiries.
• Supporting Country Manager on the asset management, updating guidelines and policies, external and internal audits, document filing, and other office accounting tasks.
• Building capability within and across teams and partners to drive a culture of engagement and collaboration within The Foundation.
• Provide support on the financial management of other countries as required.
• Other accounting and financial tasks as requested by your manager.

 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field.
• Partly qualified professional certification such as CA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in program finance management, especially for INGOs.
• Strong knowledge of financial management principles, financial analysis, accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP), and local tax and VAT regulations is essential.
• Proven expertise in budget preparation, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with donor regulations and internal controls.
• Proficiency in ERP Accounting Software (iPOS, SAP Concur, Sun Systems).
• Good problem-solving and analysis skills. Propose solutions for challenges or issues that arise or are potentially incurred.
• Excellent communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English and Vietnamese.

 

How we recognise your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered.  Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

To find out more about our benefits click here

 

APPLICATIONS

Please apply directly using the “Apply” button. Your application should include a CV and, preferably, a cover letter that outlines your interest in the role and addresses the key criteria listed in the “Key Responsibilities”, and “What you need to succeed” sections of the advertisement.

 

Applications Close: Monday, 2^nd June 2025

 

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to ensuring our projects and activities are implemented in a safe and productive environment that prevents harm and avoids impacting the health and safety of all people, particularly children, vulnerable people and disadvantaged groups. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

Please be advised:

1. Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
2. All active roles are advertised directly on our website here.

Please note we will not be accepting CVs via agencies for this role.