Chief Accountant
Sales Consulting · Sibiu, Romania
We are looking for a Chief Accountant to join the Finance team of an international company operating in the logistics and transportation sector.
The role will be responsible for coordinating the company's accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with Romanian accounting and tax regulations. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the position combines hands-on accounting responsibilities with team coordination and collaboration across departments and international group entities.
The role offers the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes, financial data accuracy and compliance, while supporting the company's ongoing development.
Role description:Key Responsibilities- Coordinate the day-to-day accounting activities and support the overall organization of the Finance and Accounting department.
- Ensure the accuracy and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, treasury accounts, foreign currency balances, and other accounting records.
- Oversee the accounting treatment of fixed assets, capital expenditures (CAPEX), accruals, prepayments, provisions, loans, and other financial transactions.
- Prepare and review monthly, semi-annual, and annual financial statements and reporting packages in collaboration with the Finance Director.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation and submission of tax declarations and statutory reports, including VAT, corporate income tax, payroll-related declarations, SAF-T, and other applicable tax filings.
- Monitor changes in accounting and tax legislation, assess their impact on the business, and support the implementation of appropriate measures to ensure compliance.
- Review payroll accounting entries and related tax declarations.
- Coordinate the accounting treatment and reporting of IFRS 16 transactions.
- Support budgeting and monitoring activities related to CAPEX and other relevant financial commitments.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors, tax specialists, and relevant authorities during audits, inspections, and other compliance-related processes.
- Review transfer pricing documentation and tax calculations, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation.
- Coordinate annual inventory activities and support the preparation of statutory and management reports.
- Collaborate with international colleagues on group reporting, intercompany reconciliations, and other cross-border accounting matters.
- Support the implementation and testing of new systems and processes from a financial and accounting perspective.
- Coordinate the daily activities of the accounting team, allocate tasks, and provide guidance and support to team members.
- Ensure that financial and accounting activities are performed in accordance with applicable legislation, internal policies, and company procedures.
Requirements:- University degree in Economics, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting.
- Strong knowledge of Romanian accounting legislation, including Order 1802/2014, and Romanian tax legislation, including Law 227/2015.
- Good understanding of statutory financial reporting, taxation, and accounting compliance requirements.
- Advanced English language skills.
- Good command of Microsoft Excel and experience working with SAP and accounting systems; SAP FI and/or other accounting software experience is an advantage.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to organize and prioritize activities, manage deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
- Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate and support a team.
- CECCAR membership is an advantage but not mandatory.