Senior Accountant – IFRS Financial Reporting

About the role

A finance department in Tirana is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to review accounting records and prepare financial statements for a portfolio of international companies. The role ensures accounts are accurate, properly supported and completed within reporting deadlines, working closely with the Finance team, external accountants and auditors. It is a full-time, on-site position, Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00.

Key responsibilities

• Review accounting records, general ledger entries and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Review month-end and year-end closing, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and foreign currency adjustments.
• Prepare financial statements, disclosures and supporting schedules in line with applicable accounting standards.
• Manage financial statement submissions and statutory filings, securing approvals and meeting deadlines.
• Review balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and ensure corrections are made.
• Identify accounting issues, determine the appropriate treatment and follow through on adjustments.
• Review financial results and explain significant movements, unusual balances and outstanding matters.
• Coordinate with external accountants and auditors, providing documentation and resolving queries.
• Maintain complete accounting files and help improve accounting processes and controls.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least five years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proven experience preparing financial statements, reviewing closing activities and handling statutory filings.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, IFRS or relevant local accounting standards.
• Ability to identify and resolve accounting issues independently.
• Strong written and spoken English; attention to detail and ability to manage several companies and reporting deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Advantages: experience with international companies, multiple currencies and intercompany accounting; external audit experience; experience with Xero, QuickBooks Online or Zoho Books; ACCA, CPA or equivalent qualification.

What we offer

• Annual salary review and an end-of-year performance bonus.
• Health card after six months, with benefits and discounts across a network of healthcare providers.
• Friday Happy Hours and an office at the Delijorgji Complex in Tirana.