Chief Accountant

Delivery Hero

Standort: Almaty, Kz

Glovo is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in around 65 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index. Job Ref ID: JR0086245 YOUR MISSION The Chief Accountant leads and develops the local accounting team, taking full ownership of statutory accounting and tax compliance in Kazakhstan in accordance with IFRS and local standards. This role ensures complete tax audit readiness, serves as the primary liaison during routine state tax reviews, and maintains effective relationships with tax authorities and external advisors. THE JOURNEY  Lead, mentor, and effectively manage the local accounting team, maintaining a stable work environment and supporting their ongoing professional development. Lead the development, formalization, and annual update of the company's local accounting policy and tax policy. Streamline data flows between local sales channels, invoicing, and ERP systems to reduce manual processes. Maintain audit-ready documentation, conduct regular reviews of local tax workflows, and manage routine state tax audits to minimize exposure and penalties. Collaborate with external outsource firms and advisors for the accurate preparation and timely filing of tax returns. Optimize month-end closing routines to shorten cycle times, consistently meeting both local statutory filing deadlines and HQ deadlines with high data accuracy. Oversee high-volume transaction processing and billing workflows to ensure operational accuracy and compliance. WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE RIDE Experience of successfully leading accounting teams. Relevant experience in high-volume transactional tech platforms, fintech, telecom, or large retail/FMCG. Experience preparing for and defending state tax audits, as well as working effectively with external tax consultants. Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (1C: Enterprise 8.3) and experience collaborating with 1C developers. Strong data analytics skills (advanced Excel, Pivot Tables, Power Query). Higher degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Audit. Fluent English (C1/C2) for daily cross-border communication and reporting to global teams. Professional fluency in Kazakh is a strong asset for local regulatory authority interactions and tax reviews.  Active Professional Accountant of Kazakhstan certification. Full ACCA membership or DipIFR holder (or currently pursuing upper-level papers) would be a big advantage. Certified Tax Advisor is a strong plus. Individuals representing diverse profiles, and abilities, encompassing various genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds, are less likely to apply for this role if they do not possess solid experience in 100% of these areas. Even if it seems you don't meet our musts don't let it stop you, we are all about finding the best talent out there! Skills can be learned, and embracing diversity is invaluable. We believe driven talent deserves: 🌟 An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action. 💪 Top-notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak. 🍔 Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings! 🏖️ Extra time off and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to two weeks a year! 👪 Enhanced parental leave. 🧠 Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well-being. At Glovo, your success is defined by both results and behaviors. We hire for excellence in craft and for the Leadership Principles that shape how we think, decide, and collaborate. What you achieve matters and how you achieve it defines us. Together, they move the business forward and deliver great experiences. Learn more about our Leadership Principles here. Here at Glovo, we thrive on diversity, we believe it enhances our teams, products, and culture. We know that the best ideas come from a mashup of brilliant diverse minds. This is why we are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds – all genders, racial/diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, sexual orientations and all other unique characteristics that make you YOU. We will encourage you to bring your authentic self to work, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard. Feel free to note your pronouns in your application (e.g., she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc). So, ready to take the wheel and make this the ride of your life? Delve into our culture by taking a peek at our Instagram and check out our LinkedIn and website!

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