Finance and Accounting students gain real-world experience at Grant Thornton HCMC

The visit to Grant Thornton motivated UEFers pursuing careers in accounting and auditing.

Leading the UEF delegation was MA. Đỗ Quang Minh, lecturer from the Faculty of Finance – Accounting. The Grant Thornton team warmly welcomed the group with Mr. Nguyễn Hoàng Tú – Assistant Manager, Business Process Solutions; Ms. Đoàn Quỳnh Trâm – Senior Associate, People & Culture; and Ms. Trương Thảo Nhi – Associate, People & Culture.

Representatives from UEF and Grant Thornton expressed gratitude to their partner.

During the career-sharing session, Mr. Nguyễn Hoàng Tú recounted his journey in accounting and how he overcame early-career challenges. He emphasized that students must build a solid knowledge foundation to ensure the accuracy and credibility of financial data. Continuous learning is essential for professionals to keep pace with evolving regulations.

Students also gained in-depth understanding of the Business Process Solutions (BPS) department and its specific operations. Real-world tasks include invoice management, data entry, bookkeeping services, payroll processing, and periodic tax reporting. Preparing financial statements requires meticulous attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility.

Mr. Nguyễn Hoàng Tú shared practical experience working with financial data.

At the end of the program, the Human Resources team introduced the recruitment process and attractive internship opportunities at Grant Thornton. Their direct answers helped students clearly understand the steps for preparing application documents and the interview skills needed to impress recruiters.

Human Resources representatives discussed career opportunities at Grant Thornton with the students.

Following the sharing session, students toured various areas of the company, including workspaces, meeting rooms, and client service zones. At each location, staff enthusiastically explained the functions and operations of different departments, helping students visualize the workflow of a large professional services firm.

Students toured various departments at Grant Thornton.

The visit to Grant Thornton provided valuable practical experience, boosting students’ confidence in their chosen career path in accounting and auditing. Through this opportunity, UEFers gained a deeper understanding of the rigorous nature of financial work and the necessary requirements, thereby better preparing themselves for their future professional journey.

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