Chief Accountant Romania

ness, and integrity of all financial records

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and compliant financial reporting

• Ensure proper accounting and reporting of VAT, corporate income tax, and other local tax obligations

• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax authorities, leading statutory audits and managing tax inspections

• Coordinate and manage tax and VAT audits, ensuring proper documentation, responses, and resolution of findings

• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations, provisions, and key accounting judgments

• Oversee AP/AR processes and ensure strong internal controls across all accounting cycles

• Prepare and sign off statutory financial statements and related disclosures

• Ensure proper maintenance of accounting records, statutory books, and supporting documentation

• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and compliance frameworks

Who You Are

Experience

• 7-10+ years of experience in accounting, with solid exposure to Romanian GAAP

• Proven experience in a Chief Accountant / Lead Accountant / Senior GL role with statutory ownership

• Strong hands-on experience with statutory audits, VAT compliance, and tax audits/inspections

• Experience interacting with external auditors (e.g., Big4) and local tax authorities

• Experience in multinational or shared services environments is a strong advantage

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

• CECCAR qualification (expert contabil) strongly preferred or in progress

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Romanian accounting and tax legislation (VAT, CIT, local compliance)

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, NetSuite, Dynamics, or similar)

• Advanced Excel skills for reporting and analysis

Languages

• Romanian: fluent

• English: professional working proficiency

Personal Attributes

• High level of ownership and accountability (this role carries statutory responsibility)

• Strong attention to detail with a control-oriented mindset

• Confident in dealing with auditors and tax authorities under pressure

• Structured, reliable, and able to manage deadlines in a regulatory environment

• Clear communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders

Being You

The "Kyn" in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we're excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging - being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team - is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That's The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn't just a job-it's an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health-because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you'll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won't just contribute-you'll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We're here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you'll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You'll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities-from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you'll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here-and we're committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what's next.

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