Chief Accountant

Alfa Laval; Fatih; On-site; TRY 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international technology firm in Turkey is seeking a detail-oriented Chief Accountant to oversee financial operations. The successful candidate will ensure accuracy in reporting, compliance with international regulations, and contribute to strategic decision-making. Ideal applicants will have over 3 years of experience in international accounting, strong leadership skills, and fluency in Turkish and English. The position fosters professional growth and personal impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles in international companies.
• Strong knowledge of International Accounting Principles and financial reporting.
• Audit background or CPA certification preferable.
• Experience in tax preparation and regulatory compliance.
• Fluency in Turkish and English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations ensuring compliance with standards.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Ensure timely reporting to statutory authorities and banks.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Reconcile accounts including bank accounts and receivables.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

iScala

MS Office

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Chief Accountant to join our growing team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, managing accounting processes, and contributing to strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international accounting principles, a thorough understanding of financial regulations, and experience in leading teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations and tax regulations
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, P&L statements, and cash flow statements
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Prepare accurate reports and ensure submission timely to the statistical bureau, to the banks and other instances according to law and local requirements
• Collaborate and collaborate tasks with banks
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, preparing necessary documentation and responding to audit queries
• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation of accounts, including bank accounts, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, stock and assets management
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations and prepare tax filings
• Collaborate with other departments to support business initiatives and provide financial insights
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested by management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Proven experience (3+ years) in accounting or finance roles in international companies
• Strong knowledge of International Accounting Principles and financial reporting
• Audit background or CPA certification (SMM-Mali Musavir) preferable
• Experience with accounting software, preferably with iScala
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in tax preparation and regulatory compliance
• Fluency in Turkish and English

What You Can Expect

Join a dynamic and inspiring role that encourages both personal and professional growth, while recognizing and celebrating your achievements. We foster an environment of collaboration, trust, and innovation where you can make a meaningful impact.

Our commitment to integrity

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.