The Kyiv Independent — Ukraine’s fastest-growing English-language publication is looking to fill a Senior Accountant position.
The Kyiv Independent is Ukraine’s main English-language news outlet. It was founded in November 2021 by a team of reporters and editors who were fired from the Kyiv Post for defending editorial independence, in partnership with the media consultancy company Jnomics. Today we’re a team of around 70 people, mostly based in Kyiv. Publishing in English, we serve as Ukraine’s voice in the world and the world’s window into Ukraine.
Requirements:
- Excellent command of Excel;
- Advanced proficiency in file management, financial reporting, and accounting software (such as Vchasno, BAS, iFin, Finmap, etc.);
- Excellent knowledge of English (upper-intermediate or advanced level);
- In-depth knowledge of Ukrainian financial legislation;
- Strong understanding of legal aspects of document management, including contracts and other legal acts;
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high accuracy;
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders;
- Knowledge and understanding of The Kyiv Independent’s values;
- Flexibility and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally.
Responsibilities:
- Full-cycle accounting for the company in accordance with current legislation;
- Analyzing financial operations to ensure the accuracy and compliance of records;
- Preparing and timely submitting financial and tax reports to regulatory authorities;
- Full financial and budgetary management of grant projects, including the preparation of all necessary documentation;
- Payroll calculation and organization of salary payments for employees;
- Categorizing and recording all payments in the company’s financial management system, FinMap.
We offer:
- market-level compensation;
- working with a young and highly motivated team, for an award-winning media startup;
- busy but flexible work schedule;
- medical insurance for team members based in Ukraine.