Chief Accountant

Job Summary : The Chief Accountant is responsible for the accuracy, completeness and compliance of the university's accounting, tax and statutory reporting. The role leads the accounting team, maintains accounting records in line with national accounting standards (NAS) and tax legislation of Uzbekistan, supports IFRS reporting, and is the main contact for external auditors and tax authorities. Reports to the Finance Director (CFO).

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Financial Systems and Processes: Maintain the accounting system (1C) and the chart of accounts. Ensure transactions are recorded consistently and mapped correctly to financial reporting lines. Identify and implement improvements and automation in accounting processes. Train accounting staff on systems and procedures.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance: Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements under NAS, and support NAS-to-IFRS transformation. Run a timely month-end and year-end close. Submit statutory reports on time. Prepare audit schedules, coordinate external audits and resolve auditor findings.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Provide accurate actuals and accounting data for the budget and budget-to-actual reporting prepared by the Finance department.
• Internal Controls and Risk Management: Maintain internal controls over accounting: segregation of duties, reconciliations, review and approval of entries, document flow. Ensure regular reconciliation of bank, receivables, payables and settlement accounts. Follow and enforce approved internal policies.
• Treasury and Cash Management: Ensure timely and accurate recording of bank transactions and payments. Control payment documentation in line with the approved payment procedure.
• Tax Compliance and Strategy: Ensure correct calculation, accounting and timely payment of all taxes. Prepare and submit tax returns. Handle tax inspections and correspondence with tax authorities. Coordinate with external tax advisors as needed.
• Leadership and Team Development: Lead and organize the accounting team: distribute tasks, set deadlines, review work and ensure quality. Develop and train accountants. Communicate clearly and constructively with other departments, management and auditors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics. 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years as Chief Accountant or deputy.
• In-depth knowledge of NAS of Uzbekistan, the Tax Code and statutory reporting. Working knowledge of IFRS; DipIFR or similar is an advantage.
• Advanced user of 1C: Accounting and Excel.
• Experience in higher education or a service company with large transaction volumes preferred. Audit experience is an advantage.
• High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organization and time management; consistently meets deadlines. Objective and open to feedback and audit findings.
• Ability to lead and organize an accounting team. Clear, constructive communication with other departments, management and auditors. Initiative, independence and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in Uzbek and Russian required; working English (written and spoken).
• Multicultural competency, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse and international environment.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the university.

What We Offer:

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5-day work week with standard working hours

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Competitive salary

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Health insurance with access to quality medical care

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Modern, well-equipped workspace

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Opportunities for professional growth and career development

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Supportive and international team environment

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Participation in training programs and professional development events