Chief Accountant - Ernst And Young CJSC - Yerevan

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain the general ledger and all related accounts with proper documentation and records of all company transactions; review entries to the general ledger to assure accuracy and compliance with the company’s and established accounting principles; control all changes to chart of accounts. Undertake monthly and year-end closing of the general ledger including the preparation of journal entries;
- Maintain a computerized accounting system;
- Prepare interim, year-end and comparative financial reports; perform and provide analysis of current results to prior periods and/or budget. Prepare statutory reports as required and respond to inquiries as necessary;
- Maintain tax accounting and ensure due reporting to tax authorities;
- Keep abreast of developments, practice trends and promulgations in the accounting profession; monitor accounting systems and recommend new or revised policies and procedures;
- Supervise monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts; verify accuracy of bank statements and maintain integrity of cash balances and cash flow systems;
- Supervise the maintenance of fixed asset records and control; determine depreciation terms/rates to apply to capitalized items; prepare property tax returns;
- Coordinate year-end audit and prepare schedules and documents for independent auditors;
- Maintain other accounts and perform other accounting duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The right candidate should match the following criteria:
- Higher education in economics, finance and/or accountancy;
- At least three years of work experience as a chief accountant;
- Excellent knowledge of local and international accounting standards (IFRS);
- Excellent knowledge of tax, civil and labor law of RA;
- Fluent in Armenian, English and Russian languages;
- Computer literacy;
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
A complete application form should consist of a letter of motivation, full CV and copies of diplomas. Availability of reference letters will be an asset.
Applications should be submitted to: cv.armenia@ru.ey.com . Please indicate the position applied for in the subject line. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.