Chief Accountant

Key Functions and Responsibilities

• Ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of group, statutory, tax, and regulatory reporting.
• Leading and managing the accounting function, and providing guidance and support to team members.
• Overseeing monthly and annual closing processes and ensuring adherence to reporting deadlines.
• Preparing and reviewing monthly management reports, weekly cash flow forecasts, and other valuable financial analyses.
• Maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), the Group’s accounting policies, and local regulatory requirements.
• Supervising revenue recognition processes and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Ensuring full compliance with tax legislation; submitting tax returns and statutory reports in a timely manner.
• Coordinating external audit processes and serving as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Continuously improving accounting processes, control mechanisms, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders (including Customer Service, Debt Collection, IT, and Head Office teams), as well as external auditors and business partners.

Qualification Requirements

• Higher education degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• At least 5 years of experience in the field of accounting, including 2–3 years in a Chief Accountant or similar managerial role.
• Thorough knowledge of Georgian tax and accounting legislation, as well as IFRS (including IFRS 9 and IFRS 16).
• Practical experience working with SAP (or a similar ERP system) and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Experience in preparing financial reports for an international group or parent company, and experience working with “Big Four” audit firms.