Chief Accountant

Posted:
9/5/2024, 1:27:05 PM

Location(s):
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Accounting

At Sandvik we are committed to teamwork and believe in the power of developing ideas and solutions together. We leverage our shared passion, diversity, open-mindedness, and cooperative spirit to shape the future of our industry and, with it, the path of your career.

We are seeking a Chief Accountant x 1 (National Only) to join our team at Head Office, Ulaanbaatar Mongolia. Job purpose is to perform a variety of financial activities, including accounting, financial analysis, audit, tax, credit and collections. Develops and evaluates financial plans and policies if needed. Ensure all tax returns, declarations, and other required reports are submitted accurately and on time.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Day-to-day supervision of the finance team.
  • Coordinates monthly transactional accounting activities including maintenance of fixed assets and rental fleet schedules, prepayment and deposit schedule, accrual of expenses and revenue (as advised and agreed to). 
  • Playing a lead role in the month end close process; being responsible for key individual and team tasks including pre-planning and testing, calculation of significant figures and final review of inventory balances (OSMI/GIGO/Deferred Stock Variances).  
  • Review of balance sheet and income statement allocation by BA SMR Product Areas, including identifying corrective actions. 
  • Planning and coordinating the annual audit and hard close audits and ensuring that these are completed prior to the deadlines.
  • Coordinating the preparation of Company Financial Statements in line with the Group accounting and reporting policies.
  • Prepares and submits VAT return and Corporate Income Tax Report periodically.
  • Perform the internal control review and testing activities periodically.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation within the finance department.
  • Perform other ad-hoc duties and backup role as required by Finance Manager.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor of Art/Science in finance/accounting and/or ACCA, CIMA and CPA qualification.
  • Experience in accounting or financial management roles, with experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
  • Excellent understanding of accounting rules and procedures comply with international financial reporting standards.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems, advanced Excel skills, using it for complex modelling.
  • Minimum of 4 year of relevant post-qualification work experience
  • Proven record of working in large, diverse, and complex organizations.
  • Proven ability to work with stakeholders and provide a customer focused service.
  • Strong focus on physical and psychological health and safety.
  • Positive attitude.

                       Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview