Finance, Accounting & Investment Management Expert
Mr. Trinh Cong Son
FCCA, VACPA
Introduce
Mr. Trinh Cong Son is a specialist in finance, accounting, auditing, and investment, with over 13 years of experience working in and holding management positions at various organizations. He holds professional qualifications including FCCA and VACPA, with a professional background combining corporate finance, auditing, and investment management.
- Throughout his career, he has gained experience across various areas, including auditing, accounting, financial management, and investment. Experience in both professional and management roles has given him a comprehensive perspective on the relationship between financial data, business performance, and corporate decision-making.
- Currently, Trinh Cong Son serves as Head of Finance & Investment at a company listed on the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange (HOSE). In this role, he is involved in finance and investment activities, performance analysis, and supporting corporate resource allocation decisions.
- Alongside his work in Vietnam, he also serves as Finance Director at a joint venture company in the Philippines. His experience managing finance in an international environment has broadened his perspective on governance, controls, financial planning, and business operations across different business contexts.
- In addition to his executive responsibilities, he serves as a member of the Supervisory Boards of two listed companies, where he is directly involved in oversight activities, control system assessments, and financial governance. This experience has also provided him with practical exposure to corporate governance, risk management, and enhancing transparency in financial operations.
- He is also a member of the Rating Council of a corporate credit rating company, giving him additional experience in assessing financial strength, risk levels, and factors affecting a company’s ability to meet its financial obligations.
- One of Trinh Cong Son’s key strengths is his ability to connect finance and accounting knowledge with investment and corporate management. Rather than focusing solely on individual financial metrics, he emphasizes analyzing information within the broader context of business operations, cash flow, capital structure, and the company’s long-term development objectives.
- With experience spanning corporate finance, auditing, investment, and management, he approaches business issues from multiple perspectives—from the accuracy of financial information and efficiency of resource utilization to the risks and value associated with investment decisions. This enables him to connect technical expertise directly with the practical challenges businesses commonly face.
- In his training activities, he emphasizes balancing theory with practical business operations. Accounting, finance, and management concepts are presented through real-world scenarios, helping learners understand the underlying principles and strengthen their ability to apply knowledge in the workplace.
- At FTMS Global, he teaches ACCA and CMA programs, sharing practical experience in finance, accounting, auditing, and investment management. His teaching approach focuses not only on helping learners prepare effectively for professional examinations but also on developing analytical thinking and the ability to apply knowledge in a corporate environment.
EXPERTISE
- Corporate finance
- Accounting & auditing
- Financial analysis
- Investment management
- Capital & financial resource management
- Internal control & risk management
- Corporate performance evaluation
AREAS OF EXPERTISE AND STRENGTHS
- Corporate Finance & Investment Management
- Financial Analysis & Business Performance Evaluation
- Capital, Cash Flow & Resource Allocation Management
- Auditing, Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Assessment of Corporate Financial Strength & Risk Exposure
- Practical experience in listed companies and international environments
- Connecting finance and accounting knowledge with investment decisions and corporate management
- Strength in balancing theory with practical business operations
WORK HISTORY
- Over 13 years of experience in finance, accounting, auditing, and investment
- Currently serves as Head of Finance & Investment at a company listed on HOSE
- Also serves as Finance Director at a joint venture company in the Philippines
- Serves as a member of the Supervisory Boards of two listed companies
- Serves as a member of the Rating Council at a corporate credit rating company
- Holds professional qualifications including FCCA and VACPA
- Experience in financial management, investment, controls, and corporate risk assessment
- Teaches ACCA and CMA programs at FTMS Global