Chief Accountant (CHA/1115)

PwC is handling on behalf of its client, a well-established Group of Companies in the field of Retail, a Chief Accountant position in Sofia.

Main responsibilities

• Ensurethe company’s statutory compliance including financial statement signing, reporting, filing of returns, remittance of payment and claiming refunds, Tax and Corporation tax returns to the country’s GAAP & IFRS
• Ensure the legal and fiscal compliance of the company’s bookkeeping and accounting operations as well as the Group’s reporting requirements
• Prepare the monthly and annual closing of books, ensuring that the bookkeeping standards used, meet the demands stated by the national legislation
• Ensure that all suppliers are paid in accordance with the agreed policies and procedures as well as the respective contract terms
• Identify and eliminate any gaps or non-efficient operations regarding the area of responsibility
• Ensure that all accounting, company, legal and health & safety guidelines are followed in all areas of responsibility and at all times
• Monitor and manage all operating costs and P&L elements related to the areas of responsibility
• Select, develop and maintain a motivated team capable of achieving the agreed objectives

Main Qualifications / Personal Characteristics

• 5-8 years of related working experience, preferably in retail sector
• 2-3 years of experience in a managerial position within organized accounting departments
• University Degree of Accounting, Finance or other related field; Master Degree will be considered an asset
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Accounting Policies, Local GAAPs and IFRS
• Excellent computer skills, proficient user of MS Office
• Knowledge of SAP and Hyperion will be considered an asset
• Excellent command of the English language
• Commercial aptitude and retail understanding
• Strong team management skills
• Outstanding organisational skills
• Ability to plan and prioritise multiple tasks simultaneously

Candidates who are interested in the position, should submit their application in English, quoting reference (CHA/1115)

All applications will be treated in strict confidentiality.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted.