Job Overview

• We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Specialist in Tax & Accounting to manage and oversee full accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting activities at a country level. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial operations, regulatory compliance, and alignment with international standards.

Key Responsibilities

Tax & Accounting

• Ensure full compliance with Azerbaijan tax legislation (CIT, VAT, WHT, Property tax, etc.)
• Manage preparation and submission of all tax filings and statutory declarations
• Act as main point of contact with tax authorities and regulatory bodies
• Lead tax audits, inspections, and risk assessments
• Review contracts and transactions from tax and accounting perspective
• Oversee GL postings, reconciliations, AP/AR processes

Financial Reporting

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes
• Prepare and review financial statements (IFRS & local GAAP)
• Ensure consistency across accounting, tax, and management reports
• Coordinate external audits and resolve findings

Governance & Controls

• Implement and improve accounting policies and internal controls
• Ensure proper ERP/accounting system setup (Oracle or similar)
• Maintain chart of accounts and reporting frameworks

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and develop finance team members
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders
• Promote strong compliance culture and accountability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Accounting
• Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, CA, ACMA) is mandatory
• 6–10 years of experience in finance within multinational companies
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Azerbaijan tax legislation
• Experience with audits, tax authorities, and regulatory compliance
• Big4 background is an advantage
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills

Interested candidates can send their CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.