Chief Accountant

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Chief Accountant

In this role you will be responsible for managing daily accounting and tax activities, ensuring tax compliance, and overseeing statutory and group reporting. Additionally, the role supports budgeting, variance analysis, and advising non-finance employees on financial matters.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely accounting records, in compliance with local statutory requirements and IFRS.
• Oversee all statutory and tax reporting, including annual financial statements, CIT returns, VAT reports, and related filings/submissions.
• Ensure effective, efficient, and compliant financial processes, continuously identifying and implementing improvements.
• Lead the month-end closing activities (journals, reconciliations, accruals, variance analysis, and reviews) to timely deliver accurate results.
• Manage and develop the Finance team.
• Coordinate quarterly group reporting; lead budgeting and forecasting cycles; and provide advice/support to nonfinance stakeholders.
• Management of tax obligations and optimization of tax strategy in accordance with applicable legislation.
• Monitoring and implementation of changes in tax laws and accounting standards.
• Cooperation with external auditors and financial institutions.

Requirements:

• University degree in accounting or economics.
• Chartered Accountant certification (per local statutory requirements) is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a comparable role.
• Fluency in Croatian and English (written and spoken).
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills with a supportive approach.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset.
• PC skills: Expertise in SAP and MS Office, with advanced proficiency in Excel.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.