The Role
The Chief Accountant oversees accounting and tax records under Kazakhstan law, prepares financial, tax, and regulatory reports, manages tax payments and audits, and maintains financial control. The role leads the accounting department, supports budgeting and financial analysis, manages settlements and contracts, safeguards confidential records, and minimizes financial and tax risks through internal controls.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking an experienced Chief Accountant to organize and maintain the accounting and tax records of the organization's financial and business activities, ensure the reliability of accounting (financial) statements, ensure compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, monitor the efficient use of material, labor, and financial resources, and maintain financial discipline across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
1. Organization of Accounting and Tax Records
- Organizing and overseeing accounting and tax records in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan
- Developing the organization's accounting policy
- Ensuring correct recording of business transactions in the accounting accounts
- Monitoring the timely and accurate preparation of primary accounting documents
2. Preparation of Reporting
- Preparing and submitting accounting (financial), tax, statistical, and other mandatory reports
- Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of reporting data
- Monitoring deadlines for submitting reports to regulatory authorities
3. Financial Control and Analysis
- Monitoring compliance with financial and cash discipline
- Monitoring the efficient use of financial, material, and labor resources
- Analyzing the organization's financial and business activities
- Participating in financial planning and budgeting
4. Taxes and Settlements with the Budget
- Monitoring the correct calculation and payment of taxes, fees, and insurance contributions
- Interacting with tax authorities, funds, and other regulatory bodies
- Preparing documents and explanations based on audit results
5. Management of the Accounting Department
- Leading the accounting department's work and allocating duties among staff
- Monitoring the quality of subordinate employees' work
- Ensuring professional development of accounting staff
- In-depth knowledge of personal income taxation
6. Internal Control and Risk Management
- Organizing a system of internal financial control
- Preventing financial violations and minimizing tax and financial risks
- Participating in the development of internal regulations and procedures
7. Interaction with Management and Counterparties
- Providing management with reliable financial information for decision-making
- Participating in the preparation of contracts (financial section)
- Monitoring settlements with suppliers, contractors, customers, and employees
8. Storage and Protection of Information
- Ensuring the safekeeping of accounting documents, reports, and databases
- Organizing archival storage of documents within established timeframes
- Complying with requirements for the protection of confidential information.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education: Higher education; professional accountant and tax consultant certifications
Experience: More than 5 years in accounting, including more than 5 years in a similar role
Knowledge and Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of accounting
- Knowledge of the tax legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan (VAT, corporate income tax, simplified tax regime, insurance contributions, etc.)
- Knowledge of labor legislation and payroll calculation
- Knowledge of civil and financial law (in relation to contracts and settlements)
- Proficiency in 1C, electronic document management (EDM), Excel, financial analysis, and budgeting
1. Responsibility and Reliability
- High level of personal accountability for results
- Maintaining confidentiality of financial information
- Discipline and adherence to deadlines
2. Analytical and Systems Thinking
- Ability to work with large volumes of information
- Ability to identify errors, risks, and discrepancies
- Skill in structuring data and processes
3. Attention to Detail
- Accuracy in calculations and documents
- Ability to prevent errors before they occur
- Thoroughness when working with reports and primary documents
4. Managerial and Leadership Skills
- Organizing the work of the accounting department
- Setting tasks and monitoring their completion
- Mentoring and developing employees
About
inDrive is a global tech company on a mission to challenge injustice through fair choices. We started in 2012 in the coldest city on Earth, when a group of friends created a way for people to agree on fair ride prices. That idea grew into one of the world’s top ride-hailing apps, now with 400M installs across 48 countries.Today, we offer more than rides: from freight and delivery to intercity travel and financial services, all designed to put people first. We are committed to having a positive impact on people’s lives both through our core business, which supports local communities via a fair pricing model; and through the work of our impact programs. Ready to ignite your inner drive?
Skills Required
- Higher education
- Professional accountant certification
- Tax consultant certification
- More than 5 years of accounting experience
- More than 5 years of experience in a similar Chief Accountant role
- In-depth knowledge of accounting
- Knowledge of the tax legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, including VAT, corporate income tax, simplified tax regimes, and insurance contributions
- Knowledge of labor legislation and payroll calculation
- Knowledge of civil and financial law related to contracts and settlements
- Proficiency in 1C, electronic document management, and Excel
- Financial analysis and budgeting skills
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The Company
What We Do
inDrive is a global IT and transportation platform inDrive is one of the world’s fastest growing online ride-hailing services. Its services are available in over 749 cities in 46 countries throughout the world. The Company’s app has been downloaded over 150 million times. inDrive offers other services, including intercity transportation, freight and cargo services, as well as delivery services in different markets of operations. inDrive is based in Mountain View, California, and operates regional hubs in the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the countries of the CIS, and employs over 2,000 people. In early 2021, inDrive achieved unicorn status after closing a $140m investment round with Insight Partners, General Catalyst, and Bond Capital, which valued the company at $1.23 billion.
