Job ID: 20101
Specialisation: Accounting
Level: Senior | Team Lead
Location: Bulgaria | Sofia

For the Bulgarian company of our German client, a major player in engineering and steel production with a long history, we are currently looking for a highly qualified and motivated

Chief Accountant

to lead their accounting team in Sofia.

Main responsibilities:

  • Supervise a team of qualified accounting professionals and report directly to the management of the company
  • Responsibility for all accounting, finance, controlling and tax issues
  • Monthly, quarter-end and annual accounts according to Bulgarian law and IFRS
  • Maintain good working relations with government and regulatory authorities as well as assist with inspections and audits
  • Create various reports about the company’s activities and for the needs of the Bulgarian management as well as for the German HQ (in English language). This includes budgeting, forecasting, financial controlling, risk management and investment appraisal

Your profile:

  • A very good university degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or similar
  • Several years of experience in Accounting, Finance and/or Risk Management, preferably as Chief Accountant in an international environment
  • A very good knowledge of tax and accounting regulations, IFRS experience is mandatory
  • You demonstrate strong and proven leadership skills, with a particular focus on fostering cooperation and motivation among your team members
  • Proven communication skills on different management levels as well as towards colleagues, auditors and other third parties
  • Sollid knowledge of MS Office and Excel and specialised accounting software, working experience with SAP is an advantage
  • Fluent written and spoken language skills in English and Bulgarian, additional German language skills would be an advantage

Benefits:

  • Working in a multinational environment
  • A competitive salary and social package
  • Company car
  • Additional health insurance
  • Multisport card
  • Working for a top player

This opportunity sounds attractive for you? Then apply now with your CV in English or German language with an actual picture and additional documents. Only short – listed candidates will be contacted.