• Manage and direct all accounting operational functions within the Finance department, ensure the books are accurate and that everything is accounted for in the company
• Oversee a staff of accountants and financial analysts consisting of 8 staff members and mentor them as required for effective performance of their duties
• Co-ordinate and manage annual budget process, including preparation of operating and capital expenditure budgets and all aspects of working capital management requirements including cash forecasting
• Direct the preparations of reports on a regular basis that include monthly financial statements, cost reports, budgeting and forecasting reports
• Prepare 1 month, 3 month, 6 month and 1 year cash plans and make cash flow analysis for optimization of cash usage. Oversee supplier payments according to established benchmarks
• Supervise and participate in the preparation of company’s monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports in compliance with IFRS
• Monitor all tax related payments and filings, make sure all activities are in compliance with local tax requirement and that all required documentation is in place
• Establish system controls for effective functioning of the financial systems and develop procedures to improve existing financial system. Support internal audits involving review of accounting and administrative controls
• Assess financial reporting systems, accounting and investment activities, and make recommendations for changes to procedures, operating systems, budgets, and other financial control functions
• Coordinate preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting, coordinate activities of external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations 
• Direct and participate in the product unit cost analyses and identify areas for cost reduction
• Perform other duties as assigned by CFO

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or Business. MBA is a plus
• Have an international certification such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent
• Have 7+ years of experience in finance department of an international company, min. 3 years of which should work as Financial Controller / Finance Manager for a team of at least 5 employees
• Experience in a production company is a strong preference
• Strong financial, business & analytical acumen
• Strong knowledge of Azerbaijan Tax Code and good working experience in tax matters
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and previous strong exposure to IFRS reporting
• Be fluent in Azeri and English
• Must have advance level of Microsoft office skills with advanced proficiency in MS Excel & MS Power Point
• Have a strong background in an enterprise accounting software. SAP experience will be a strong plus
• Quickly develop a sound understanding of operating aspect of the business and acquire a strong understanding of the "big picture"
• Be detail oriented and analytical problem solver
• Have strong communication and organization skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks, meet specified deadlines and be able to work under stress
• Good team work and people management skills are essential
• Must be "solutions" oriented and be able to build effective relationships (both internally and externally)

Please send your CV with the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line of the letter.