Accounting Manager (m/f)

We are seeking a responsible and diligent individual for our Accounting Manager position based in Zagreb, Croatia. As Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of our accounting function, planning and directing ledger accounts. A successful candidate will possess strong leadership competencies, the ability to deal with complex accounting issues and excellent communication skills. Specific Responsibilities: - Ensure the effective operation of internal control systems, with a strong focus on compliance with Croatian GAAP and or IFRS and relevant local financial and tax regulations - Lead and continuously improve the monthly and annual closing processes, identifying and eliminating inefficiencies, with a particular focus on the Croatian subsidiaries and work together with our accounting teams in Szeged / Budapest / Denver - Ensure accounting and tax compliance, including management of corporate income tax, VAT, local taxes, transfer pricing and other tax obligations, as well as coordination with tax advisors and regulatory authorities. - Coordinate the preparation and audit of the annual financial statements, ensuring timely collaboration with external auditors and meeting all statutory and internal deadlines. - Act as the point of contact for the Croatian Hydrocarbon Agency, preparing and submitting the required reports and data disclosures in line with applicable regulations - Perform financial planning and controlling tasks, including the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses, in collaboration with the company’s planning and controlling team - Apply a broad knowledge of accounting and financial analysis, with IFRS and US GAAP consolidation experience - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, and ensure their correct application across the organization to achieve full financial and legal compliance - Collaborate effectively across business functions, including IT (incl. an ERP implementation), Legal, and Operations, to support accurate and timely financial reporting. - Lead a financial team of 3–5 professionals, supporting their professional development and motivation, while also managing external accounting firms and consultants

Qualifications: - Master’s degree in Accounting or local equivalent - CPA or registered chartered accountant - Tax advisor qualification (or equivalent certification) is strongly preferred and will be considered a distinct advantage - Fluent in English - 10+ years of relevant accounting experience - Thorough knowledge of Croatian GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP accounting - Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.- A team player willing to assist where needed with the ability to work personally, proactively and independently to achieve results and use thoughtful judgment - An adaptive strategic leader who anticipates solutions and opportunities for growth. - Adept at finding common ground and buy-in through proactive communication, trust building, and frequent engagement. Životopise poslati na engleskom jeziku, u suprotnom neće biti prihvaćeni!