Chief Accountant

Your tasks

Zeppelin Armenia is seeking an experienced Chief Accountant to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and tax compliance.

• Organize, manage, and oversee all accounting operations in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Armenia and applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with Armenian tax legislation, including the timely preparation and submission of tax, statistical, and other mandatory reports.
• Oversee payroll calculation and processing, including salaries, bonuses, overtime, vacation pay, sick leave, benefits, and other employee payments. Ensure the accurate calculation of income tax, social contributions, and other statutory deductions, as well as the timely payment of salaries and submission of payroll-related tax declarations.
• Maintain and verify payroll records, pay slips, employee deductions, and supporting documentation. Reconcile payroll accounts with accounting records and ensure compliance with applicable labor and tax legislation.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation of all financial transactions.
• Perform regular reviews and checks of accounting records, financial transactions, payroll calculations, tax declarations, and supporting documents to identify errors, discrepancies, or irregularities. Ensure that identified issues are corrected promptly and that appropriate internal controls are maintained.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and tax legislation and ensure the company's continued compliance.
• Supervise accounting staff and provide management with accurate financial information to support decision-making.
• Maintenance and development of required enhancements in accounting software 1C, cooperation with 1C developers

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• Relevant professional accounting certification and membership in a recognized professional accounting body, as applicable( Chamber of Accountants) .
• Relevant accounting experience, including experience in a senior accounting position.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a senior accounting position.
• Excellent knowledge of Armenian tax legislation, accounting regulations, and applicable International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Proficiency in accounting software, including 1C, and electronic invoicing systems, as well as MS Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• High standards of professional ethics, accuracy, accountability, and confidentiality.

Key Competencies

• Professional integrity and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines and work independently.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

What we offer

Competitive salary, plus annual KPI bonus, medical insurance and corporate SIM.

Other

The Company provides transportation to the employees living in Yerevan.