Chief Accountant

We are looking for a Chief Accountant who will be responsible for the full cycle of accounting and tax reporting in compliance with Ukrainian legislation. The role involves managing the accounting team, overseeing reporting processes, supporting foreign economic activities, and participating in the automation and optimization of accounting processes.

Accounting is maintained in accordance with Ukrainian Accounting Standards (UAS) without IFRS reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee the full accounting cycle of the company.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s accounting policies.
• Prepare and submit financial, tax, and statistical reports.
• Supervise payroll accounting for a team of 42 employees.
• Ensure accuracy of settlements with the state budget, counterparties, and employees.
• Monitor compliance with financial and cash discipline requirements.
• Support foreign economic activities (import/export operations).
• Manage controlled transactions and transfer pricing processes.
• Participate in the improvement and automation of accounting processes.
• Provide methodological guidance and support to internal departments.
• Lead and manage the accounting team (3 employees).

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Chief Accountant or Deputy Chief Accountant.
• Proven experience with foreign economic activities (FEA), controlled transactions, and transfer pricing.
• Experience in FMCG, pharmaceutical, distribution, import-export companies, or wholesale trade is highly desirable.
• Experience in structured international or local companies will be considered an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Ukrainian accounting, tax, financial, and commercial legislation.
• Hands-on experience in preparing financial and tax reports.
• Solid understanding of corporate taxation processes.
• Financial reporting analysis and cost management skills.
• Experience in optimizing and automating accounting processes.

What the Company Offers

• Official employment.
• Hybrid work format (Kyiv, office located near Obolon metro station).
• Medical insurance.
• Corporate equipment.
• Professional development opportunities and the ability to influence the development of financial processes.
• European corporate culture and transparent working conditions.

If you see a match, we’d be happy to receive your CV!