Operational Accountant – Croatia & Serbia (m/f/d)

Posted 9 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Sofia, Sofia-grad, BGR
Remote
Mid level
Marketing Tech • Software • Travel
The Role
Oversee accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, and tax activities for Croatia and Serbia. Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closings, balance sheet reconciliations, local GAAP and IFRS reporting, auditor coordination, and tax compliance with external advisors. Support finance process standardization and automation across Europe, collaborate with FP&A and operational teams, and provide backup for the manager. The role requires strong accounting expertise, multinational experience, analytical skills, and fluent English.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Flix, we offer a dynamic work environment with competitive pay, strong growth opportunities, and a tech-driven approach to making travel more accessible, sustainable, and affordable.  

In this role, you will make an impact by strengthening our newly structured Finance Operations & Tax function and taking ownership of statutory, tax, and reporting responsibilities across the Adriatic (Croatia & Serbia) region.

You will combine group-level finance responsibilities with local statutory and tax requirements, working closely with shared service centres and local advisors. In addition, you will support your manager and serve as a reliable backup, ensuring the continuity of key finance and tax activities during her absence.

This role is based in Sofia (hybrid model)

About the Role

  • Oversee accounting activities for the East region (Croatia and Serbia) in close collaboration with the Sofia-based accounting hub
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual closings, including Balance Sheet reconciliations and proper handling of payments, taxes, and statutory obligations
  • Prepare and review financial statements under both local GAAP and IFRS, managing adjustments and mappings between local and IFRS Charts of Accounts
  • Act as a key contact for external auditors and respond to HQ requests on reporting, accounting, and tax topics within scope
  • Coordinate local tax compliance (corporate tax, VAT, and other local taxes) in collaboration with external advisors, while ensuring correct implementation of group guidelines
  • Contribute to the harmonization, standardization, and automation of finance processes across Europe, supporting the rollout of the new Finance Operations & Tax organization
  • Partner closely with FP&A, Billing, and operational teams, and act as a reliable backup for the direct manager to ensure continuity of key finance and tax activities

About You

  • 3+ years of experience in an accounting firm (in audit, accounting, or advisory)
  • Strong foundations in accounting, financial statements, and financial reporting
  • Experience with IFRS and multinational environments is a strong advantage
  • Knowledge of Croatian and/or Serbian accounting and tax regulations is a strong plus
  • Comfortable navigating between group standards and local statutory requirements, with a solid analytical mindset and attention to detail
  • Fluent English (working language); Serbian or Croatian language skills are a strong plus
  • Autonomous, entrepreneurial approach with a strong sense of ownership, adaptability, and team spirit

We recognize that everyone carries a unique set of valuable skills and experiences. If you think you could have an impact even though you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We want to hear from you!  

What We Offer

  • Travel perks: 12 free Flix vouchers + 12 discount vouchers for friends & family.
  • Hybrid work model: We are an office-first company, but we offer flexibility to balance work and life. 
  • Wellbeing support: Access confidential 1:1 counselling, courses, and stress management for yourself and up to four family members. 
  • Learning & Development: Take advantage of language classes, training courses, and expert-led sessions to grow your skills. 
  • Mentoring Program: Connect with experienced colleagues to gain insights and accelerate your career. 

To view more local benefits specific to each office location, please check out this link: Locations - Flix Career

Why Join Flix?

At Flix, you’ll find teams that rally together to overcome challenges and spark creativity. We believe in ownership culture - giving you the freedom to take initiative, make an impact, and shape your own career path.
As we continue to expand across the globe, you can make a real difference in how we work.

If you’re ready to grow and lead your journey, Flix is the place for you! 


Skills Required

  • 3+ years of experience in an accounting firm, in audit, accounting, or advisory
  • Strong foundations in accounting, financial statements, and financial reporting
  • Fluent English
  • Experience with IFRS and multinational environments
  • Knowledge of Croatian and/or Serbian accounting and tax regulations
  • Serbian or Croatian language skills
  • Analytical mindset and attention to detail
  • Autonomous, entrepreneurial approach with ownership, adaptability, and team spirit
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The Company
HQ: Munich
2,117 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Flix is a global travel tech leader providing sustainable and affordable travel options to more than 60 million yearly travelers in 43 countries through its brands FlixBus, FlixTrain, Greyhound, and Kamil Koç. By combining network planning, marketing, and pricing, Flix uses innovative solutions to enable comfortable, sustainable, and affordable travel worldwide. Through our tech platform and user-friendly app, Flix creates a travel experience tailored to passengers' needs and connects travelers with local business partners providing transportation, ensuring a modern fleet that adheres to the highest safety standards. This asset-light business model has turned a European start-up into a leading and globally expanding travel-tech champion. Flix is pioneering and testing alternative drives with a long-term strategy to progressively decarbonize its fleet. Together with our partners and customers, we are driving transformative change towards the future of mobility, gradually reshaping the mobility sector and enabling more sustainable travel modes. Check out https://flix.careers/ to see how you can join our team. For our legal imprint click here: https://global.flixbus.com/legal-notice

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