CHIEF ACCOUNTANT RUSSIA

Position: Chief Accountant for Russia Areas of responsibility: Responsible for accurate and adequate accounting records in all areas (Sales, Interco, Depreciation, Tax, Fixed Asset, Inventory, etc.) in accordance with local and corporate rules. Responsible for timely and accurate preparation of balance sheets and Profit & Loss reports, Cash Flow, and other accounting and statistic documentation required; filing the above in time and form with the competent authorities. Responsible for monthly preparation of balance sheets and Profit & Loss reports, Cash Flow, and other accounting reports/information required by corporate rules following related deadlines in Group tool. Monitor cash problematics and alarm if needed. Review the general ledger on a monthly basis. Responsible for timely reconciliation with the group, suppliers, tax authorities, reconcile bank statements, AP, AR, Tax Refund operations, sales and systems. Handle external audit and internal control audit for accounting area. Develop and implement all legally required documents, policies, and reports to Authorities to be fully compliant in terms of AML Law. Prepare and submit in time and ensure accuracy and adequacy of all tax declarations, books, and files requested by local authorities as well as Transfer Price documentation. Deliver bridge between local accounts & IFRS accounts. Handle tax audits and requests of tax authorities. Implement efficient processes compliant with local legislation. Monitor changes of local marking legislation and ensure its timely implementation. Ensure permanent reconciliation between Marking Authorities database and company ones to avoid any discrepancies and penalties. Take a leading role and ensure proper implementation of IS systems. Organize and manage the external providers of accounting and payroll & HR admin services. Support retail development in all financial aspects of area of responsibility proposing and implementing effective solutions. Qualifications: Fluent in Russian and English. Higher education, Economy Degree. Professional experience of 5 years, minimum 3 years as Chief Accountant, preferably in luxury retail. Excellent knowledge of local and IFRS accounting and Russian Taxation rules; AML rules. SAP, Excel is a must. Participation in SAP implementation highly preferable. Strong communication skills, ability to efficiently communicate with different levels of correspondents. Accuracy and attentiveness to details. Responsible, autonomous, curious, proactive, self-motivated, stress-resistant, driven to excellence, involved, business-oriented, highly compliant, open to changes, agile. #J-18808-Ljbffr