CHIEF ACCOUNTANT / FINANCE CONTROLLER

Job description

Senior Accountant Romania, Bucharest (hybrid model) Main Responsibilities #LI-DNI - Hold full responsibility for maintaining complete and accurate accounting records under Romanian GAAP - Own and manage monthly, quarterly and annual local closing process - Prepare and sign mid-year and annual financial statements in compliance with local regulations - Oversee Corporate Income Tax calculations and ensure timely and accurate tax filings - Ensure full VAT compliance including preparation and submission of VAT returns and ANAF reporting - Oversee statutory reporting in accordance with local GAAP requirements (e.g. National Bank of Romania, National Institute of Statistics) - Represent the company in front of tax authorities during inspections and statutory reviews - Deliver accurate and timely monthly and quarterly US GAAP reporting in compliance with corporate deadlines and standards - Prepare current and deferred tax calculations under US GAAP - Prepare group reporting package for consolidated financial statements - Identify, monitor and reconcile differences between Romanian GAAP and US GAAP - Cooperate and support internal and external audits, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets and timelines - Supervise fixed asset accounting - Coordinate and oversee inventory stock count - Support the regional tax team in the management of transfer pricing documentation and CbC reporting - Develop and improve local policies and procedures including SOX controls included - Review and approve account reconciliations - Prepare and oversee monthly payroll processing and payroll-related declarations Candidates Profile - Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline - Certified Accountant qualification (CECCAR membership) – strongly preferred - Solid knowledge of Romanian Accounting Law and tax legislation - Progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting - Proven experience in managing statutory audits - Strong background in corporate income tax and VAT compliance - Previous experience with US GAAP reporting – considered a strong advantage - Experience in payroll processing and reporting - considered a plus - High level of accountability and ownership - Strong ethical standards and internal control mindset - Excellent Microsoft Offices skills - Excellent problem solving, analytical and organizational skills - Fluency in Romanian and English Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.