Job Description
The Senior GL Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing the company's general ledger and financial operations, ensuring compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and local regulations.
The role includes managing financial reporting processes, supporting budgeting and forecasting efforts, and ensuring accuracy and transparency in financial activities. The ideal candidate will have excellent accounting expertise, particularly in the oil and gas sector, and be proficient in 1C accounting software.
Responsibilities :
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
• Prepare and ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance.
• Lead and support internal and external audits to ensure adherence to regulatory and audit requirements.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
• Assist in the annual budgeting process, including the preparation of detailed financial forecasts, operational budgets, and capital expenditure plans.
• Monitor financial performance against budget, analyzing variances and providing recommendations for corrective action.
Cash Flow and Treasury Management:
• Oversee cash flow management, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet the company's operational needs.
• Manage treasury operations, including maintaining bank relationships, cash flow forecasting, and optimizing working capital.
Tax Compliance and Planning:
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and corporate tax policies.
• Coordinate with tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns.
• Cost Control and Analysis:
Implement and manage cost control systems to ensure efficient use of financial resources.
Perform cost analyses and profitability assessments for various projects.
Accounting and Systems Management:
• Oversee all accounting activities, ensuring that the company's records are accurate and compliant with both local and international standards.
• Manage and optimize the 1C accounting software system to enhance financial processes and reporting.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of financial data by managing accounting systems and maintaining strong internal controls.
Requirements :
Key Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
Professional qualifications such as ACCA (F3 & F7) are highly desirable.
Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in finance and accounting, with at least 2 years in a similar role, ideally within the upstream oil and gas sector.
Strong knowledge of IFRS and its application in the oil and gas industry.
Proven experience with 1C accounting software is essential.
Languages: Fluency in Russian is required.