Accountant / Operations Manager

About the job

We are looking for a skilled Accountant / Operations Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with IFRS and Swiss GAAP FER, as well as in support of commodity trading operations. This role is instrumental in keeping our back office up and running.

Tasks

• Organizing and overseeing the Company's accounting and bookkeeping functions, including coordination with external accountants and advisors
• Preparing management accounts and financial reports
• Managing budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow planning
• Managing and coordinating middle-office, back-office and administrative processes in accordance with internal policies
• Supporting internal and external audits, inspections, and reviews
• Providing regular management information and reports to the Chief Executive Officer

Requirements

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, information technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, consulting (big 4 firms are an advantage) or in commodity trading firms.
• Solid understanding of commodity trading business, operations and legal aspects.
• Advanced user of MS Office products and ERP systems.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Languages: Fluent English. Russian and Kazakh is a strong advantage.