Chief Assurance Officer

Our strategic partner is a popular brand in the food and beverage manufacturing industry. The company has achieved significant success and has recently invested in production line technology and infrastructure. Due to continued growth and overall expansion, there are some strategic recruitment needs for the following positions to upgrade the organization and enhance people capability.

Location: Binh Duong, Vietnam

Summary

Our Partner seeks an accomplished Chief Assurance Officer with experience in the Food & Beverage industry. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s compliance programs across finance, operations, IT governance, risk assessment, and quality assurance ensures compliance with regulatory standards, enhances operational efficiency and quality, and fosters a culture of ethical behavior and continuous improvement across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, standards, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor adherence to tax laws, anti-money laundering (AML), and anti-bribery policies.
• Conduct internal audits to verify financial integrity and adherence to accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Develop policies and procedures to mitigate financial risks.

Operations Compliance and Efficiency:

• Oversee operational processes to ensure alignment with regulatory and internal standards.
• Identify compliance risks in supply chain, production, and distribution activities.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for critical operations.
• Drive operational efficiency by analyzing workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing process improvements.
• Monitor and enhance the quality of operations to ensure products and services meet or exceed customer and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions for non-compliance or inefficiencies.
• Establish and track KPIs for operational performance and quality improvement.

IT Governance:

• Establish and maintain IT governance frameworks to ensure security, reliability, and compliance with data protection regulations.
• Monitor IT systems to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and cybersecurity threats.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with software licensing and technology usage policies.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of IT infrastructure for compliance gaps.

Risk Assessment:

• Lead enterprise risk management (ERM) initiatives to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all business functions.
• Develop and maintain risk registers, ensuring they are regularly reviewed and updated.
• Conduct training and workshops on risk awareness and mitigation strategies.
• Oversee crisis management planning and response activities.

Quality Assurance (QA):

• Develop and implement quality assurance programs to meet industry and organizational standards.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure product and service quality.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for QA and monitor performance trends.
• Work with stakeholders to address customer complaints and implement corrective actions

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Build and lead a high-performing compliance team.
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical behavior across the organization.
• Provide regular compliance updates and reports to the executive team and board of directors.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices to keep the organization compliant and competitive.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, Six Sigma) are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in SAP, ERP, Power BI, Tableau,…
• Fluent English
• At least 10 years of experience in compliance, governance, risk management, or related areas, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in finance compliance, operational efficiency, IT governance, and risk assessment is essential.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, operational efficiency methodologies, IT governance frameworks, and risk management strategies.
• Proficiency in quality management tools and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey complex compliance issues to stakeholders.

If you possess the required skills and experience and are ready to significantly contribute to the dynamic team, we warmly welcome your application at yen.le@peoplewise.vn or application@peoplewise.vn.

About PeopleWise Vietnam:

PeopleWise Vietnam was founded with the mission of positively impacting our community by improving the quality of the labor force, addressing workforce dynamics, and enhancing its effectiveness. During our initial phase, we provided solutions and human resources consulting services to our partners worldwide, including workforce advisory, organizational diagnosis, career transition, training services, talent management, and staffing solutions that align with each organization’s values and vision, driving business success.

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