International Accounting Manager

We are seeking a skilled and reliable professional to join our International Accounting and Tax Compliance team at SKELAR as International Accounting Manager.
In this role, you will play a central part in building the international accounting function from the ground up. You will design target processes, partner with automation teams, set up ERP accounting workflows, build and mentor a team, and ensure a consistent and scalable structure across jurisdictions. Additionally, you will take ownership of VAT compliance and support the Group's expansion into new countries.

If you thrive on building structure from zero and want to shape the foundation of international accounting for a growing global business, this role is for you.

• Designing and mapping target international accounting processes, policies, and control frameworks.

• Leading the transition of accounting to ERP (e.g., Business Central), including requirements gathering, data migration, configuration, testing, and go-live.

• Partnering with automation teams to implement scalable solutions and drive efficiency.

• Building and mentoring a team to support international accounting operations.

• Establishing standardized accounting workflows and reporting structures across multiple jurisdictions.

• Ensuring a reliable month-end and year-end close process across entities.

• Maintaining a consistent chart of accounts aligned with group standards and local statutory requirements.

• Coordinating VAT filings across jurisdictions and driving VAT expansion into new countries (e.g., Malta, UAE).

• Managing intercompany transactions from a VAT perspective and ensuring compliance.

• Continuously assessing processes, identifying automation opportunities, and implementing improvements to enhance scalability.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Big-4/second-tier audit firms or international companies in accounting, audit, or financial transformation roles.

• Strong project management and process design skills.

• Experience with ERP implementation or accounting function setup is a strong advantage.

• Understanding of IFRS and VAT taxation principles.

• Structured thinking, excellent organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with ability to align stakeholders across functions and jurisdictions.

• Proactive self-starter with proven ability to initiate and drive business changes.

• Completed or in-progress ACCA is a strong plus.

• Upper-intermediate English, both written and oral.

• Proficient in Excel and other MS Office / Google tools.

Reporting to: Indirect Tax and International Accounting Lead

In addition to our businesses, we have the SKELAR Foundation — a charitable foundation created by company employees. As part of the initiative, we create and finance projects that contribute to overcoming the consequences of the war and the reconstruction of Ukraine.

SKELAR is a place for self-realization of talents who are able to create successful companies. We call such companies the next big everything. We believe in their power and scale.

We will keep developing tech businesses, conquer global markets, and work for the victory of Ukraine

What we offer:
— Competitive salary;
— Significant impact on a rapidly growing business and contribution to how it shapes up;
— Ample career opportunities for ambitious growth and development;
— Working alongside professionals from top local and international companies (Big Law, Big 4, McKinsey, Horizon, Bolt, Didi, etc.) who have launched more than one business and can share practical experience, insights and ideas;
— Flat organizational structure without hierarchical barriers;
— A possibility to attend internal, external courses, seminars and the access to a corporate library;
— Comfortable working environment. We provide all necessary work equipment for your role and serve complimentary breakfasts, lunches, and snacks in the office;
— 20 days of paid vacation, medical insurance and a variety of sports activities available for employees inside and outside the office.

Let's build the next big everything together