Company Description
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Job Description
The Da Nang studio is seeking a Finance & Operations Director to join its leadership team and play a key role in both Vietnam and the Region (South East Asia & India).
Reporting to the Vietnam Studio Manager, you will be responsible for optimizing studio operations across its different activities and functions, ensuring alignment with Zone processes and strategic direction.
You will lead the Finance & Accounting, Procurement, Workplace, and IT functions, while also overseeing transversal topics such as legal, administrative, governmental, and environmental matters.
You will be a key partner to the Studio Manager, shaping the studio’s strategic direction and contributing to the broader success of the Zone.
Collaboration will be central to your role—you will also work closely with Operations leaders across the Zone, Studio Production Management, and HR teams to drive synergies and support the studio’s growth.
Responsibilities
Strategic & Financial Leadership
- Define, monitor, and drive the studio’s financial strategy, ensuring alignment with both local needs and Ubisoft’s global objectives.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and financial sustainability.
- Implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining high operational standards to support the studio’s growth.
- Provide financial and operational recommendations to enhance decision-making at both the studio and Zone levels.
Operational Oversight & Compliance
- Ensure accounting, tax, and financial reporting are managed efficiently and in full compliance with local regulations and Ubisoft’s global policies.
- Oversee tax refund applications and tax incentives, ensuring effective tax optimization strategies.
- Lead procurement and supplier management, focusing on efficiency, cost savings, and compliance with Ubisoft’s code of conduct.
- Oversee workplace operations, ensuring a clean, functional, and well-maintained office environment that reflects Ubisoft’s culture and standards.
- Manage and validate all legal, contractual, administrative, and regulatory matters to ensure Ubisoft’s compliance in Vietnam.
- Represent the studio in dealings with government bodies, financial institutions, and external partners, fostering strong relationships and ensuring smooth regulatory interactions.
Enhance Studio Efficiency & Alignment with the Zone
- Lead the Finance & Accounting, Procurement, Workplace, and IT teams to ensure operational excellence.
- Partner with the Vietnam Studio Manager and collaborate with Zone Operations Leaders to drive efficiency, improve reporting, and optimize support functions.
- Drive continuous process improvements and implement best practices to enhance compliance and operational effectiveness across departments.
- Ensure internal and external communications are aligned with the studio and Ubisoft’s strategic direction.
- Represent the Vietnam studio in Zone-wide discussions and contribute to the implementation of new ERP initiatives.
- Propose and oversee the implementation of Group and Zone tools and processes to optimize the studio’s efficiency, governance, and compliance.
- Act as a strategic business partner to the Studio Manager, contributing to the long-term success and sustainability of the Vietnam studio.
Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to navigate a multicultural and international environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strategic mindset to develop and execute operational initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
- Team-oriented approach, with the ability to collaborate across different functions.
- Proven experience in Financial Planning & Management or Finance Leadership roles.
- Experience in developing and implementing financial controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to leverage technology to streamline processes, enhance reporting, and drive innovation in workplace management, financial strategy, procurement, and environmental functions.
Additional Information
Ubisoft Da Nang - Where bright ideas are given a chance to shine
Ubisoft Da Nang is an ambitious and dynamic studio, bringing together some of the brightest international talent to create immersive worlds that serve as playgrounds for imagination, surprise, and fun.
Since 2020, we’ve been uniting the best creative and engineering minds from Vietnam and beyond, with a shared goal of introducing Ubisoft’s iconic worlds to new audiences. We collaborate with highly talented teams on exciting and challenging projects displayed at an international level, whether it's fun and easy-to-pick mobile games or titles for consoles and PCs.
We believe in empowering our team members by fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative environment. Our office, awarded Best Office Design in Vietnam by VMark 2021, reflects our commitment to creating a space that inspires creativity and promotes well-being.
Located in one of Southeast Asia's most effervescent tech hub, we enjoy the breathtaking views of both beaches and mountains, clean air, no traffic, and the proximity to major cities in the region.
If you're passionate about gaming and eager to contribute to our vision of creating the unknown, join us at Ubisoft Da Nang, where you'll be empowered to grow within the Ubisoft family and make your mark in the world of gaming, whether you're just starting your game development journey or looking to take your career to the next level!
Why it's great to work at Ubisoft Da Nang:
We are an international company offering a professional, collaborative, and creative environment that thrives on innovation and teamwork. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
- An international, professional, collaborative, modern, and creative environment
- Attractive remuneration package
- Performance rewards
- Creative & endless fun projects
- Ubisoft Connect account with access to all Ubisoft titles on PC
- Premium healthcare insurance
- UBIVERSARY for your working milestones
- Team building, Lunar New year Celebration, Projects celebration
- Beers and treats every Friday (yay!)
- Staff clubs
- Premium gym club access
- Free in-house entertainment facilities (PS5, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck…), coffee, tea and snack (cookies, candies…)
- Free Snacks & Drinks – Coffee, tea, and a variety of sweet treats available all day
- We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Our hybrid work model includes 3 days a week in our office and the remaining 2 days working from home. Note, that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.
If you’re looking for a place where creativity, collaboration, and fun come together, we want to hear from you!
