Chief Accountant (international construction company)

We are looking for our client, an international construction company, for a Chief Accountant.

The Chief Accountant is responsible for Ukrainian reporting & accounting. He/she will report to an expatriate Finance Manager outside of Ukraine.

Please note that this position will require relocation within Ukraine.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing and providing accounting, tax and financial reporting in accordance with both Ukrainian standards and IFRS
• Cooperation with controlling authorities
• Coordinating reporting procedures and proper closing of periods
• Planning and managing cash flows
• Controlling all banking operations performed in company
• Budgeting and finance planning
• Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as invoicing, treasury and other transactions
• Prepare ongoing and ad-hoc reports
• Lead compliance with corporate reporting requirements.
• Tax optimization, management and planning
• Coordinate tax audits and other external compliance reviews
• Lead implementation, execution and monitoring the control framework as defined by tax requirements
• Provide analysis and approvals of non-standard, complex, unusual or new transactions as appropriate
• Participate in investment projects
• Support business optimization and innovation, build highly capable financial organization, support commercial negotiations, relations with the customers and suppliers.
• Participate in negotiations and due diligence deals.

Requirements:

• University degree in Audit/Accounting/Finance
• At least 5 years of previous experience as a Chief Accountant
• Strong experience in construction (mandatory)
• Understanding and adhering to financial regulations and legislation.
• IFRS experience
• ACCA, CAP/CIPA will be an asset (not mandatory)
• Background in international audit and dealing with 'Big 4' companies is an extensive advantage
• Tax optimization, management and planning
• Excellent communication skills, proficiency in staff motivation and development
• Self-started and motivated willingness of self-developing
• Fluency in English, in addition to Ukrainian and Russian

We guarantee confidentiality to all applicants.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted immediately.