Chief Accountant

ABOUT US

STADA is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pharmaceuticals. With a long-standing heritage rooted in pharmacies, we are perceived as a reliable and trustworthy partner for 125 years. With our products, we help people protect and regain a dignified and able life. 

OPPORTUNITIES

To our employees we offer an attractive working environment in which they can develop personally, improve professional skills and gain valuable experience. If you are an agile, target-driven and enthusiastic person, our company will let you achieve your potential in the capacity of Chief Accountant / Head of Accounting Unit.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: 

• Manage execution of accounting operations: assure accuracy, timeliness, and conformity with professional accounting standards and best practices.
• Maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting; control monthly COGS calculations, tax calculations etc.; 
• Ensure a timely and accurate accounting close driving compliance and efficiency across the accounting and reporting functions.
• Lead in the planning and execution of accounting policy and process improvement efforts.
• Oversee and optimize processes to drive an effective, efficient and timely financial close.
• Analyze accounts and suggest improvements to reduce costs and increase profits.
• Partner with the CFO to determine accounting and tax implications for all material business decisions.
• Own the relationships with the Company’s auditors and ensure a strong internal control environment.
• Integrate and transform finance systems and innovate to implement robotics, new technologies to drive efficiency in the accounting processes
• Lead accounting team, manage and drive performance and professional development; be fully responsible for budget and personnel resources allocation: ensure the adequate use of human and economic resources in order to achieve the department goals in an efficient manner, keeping the costs under control; ensure talent management and people development.
• Ensure compliance to all relevant national and company guidelines and regulations.

WE EXPECT FROM YOU: 

• Degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant positions.
• Experience at production companies is preferred. 
• Strong proficiency in 1C, SAP or other software required.
• Proactive mindset, ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent analytical, financial, and business management skills.
• Proficient organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects and tasks.
• Effective and inspiring team leadership skills.
• Upper Intermediate level of English.

WE WOULD LIKE TO OFFER YOU:

• Competitive remuneration.
• Life, health and COVID-19 insurance.
• Experience in value driven international company.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Learning environment that encourages personal development.
• Great and supportive team.