Chief Accountant

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Founded in 1935, Almaty International Airport is the largest air gateway in Kazakhstan and, since 2020, has been part of TAV Airports, a member of the Groupe ADP – the world’s leading airport management platform operating in 29 countries.

Our mission – connecting CIS countries to the world through a seamless, world-class travel experience.

Our vision – by 2030, to become Asia’s most desired gateway with the largest number of destinations in Central Asia, delivering innovative travel and cargo experience, and driving sustainable growth for local communities.

Our values – Safety & Responsibility, Customer & People Centricity, Innovation & Agility, Collaboration & Transparency, Excellence & Passion.

We are committed to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous innovation, while upholding the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and service quality

Job summary:

We are looking for an experienced Chief Accountant to oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance with Kazakhstan legislation, and maintain accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise daily accounting operations.

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial and tax reports.

• Maintain compliance with Kazakhstan accounting standards, tax legislation, and IFRS.

• Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and financial controls.

• Coordinate external and internal audits.

• Lead and develop the accounting team.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum 6–8 years of relevant accounting experience, including experience in a managerial role.

• Strong knowledge of Kazakhstan tax legislation, accounting standards, and IFRS.

• Proficiency in Oracle, MS Excel, and other accounting systems.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Proficiency in English and/or Turkish would be an advantage.

• Employment in accordance with the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan
• Office location - Almaty International Airport
• Work schedule 5 days per week, working hours from 8.00 to 17.00 (lunch break from 12.00 to 13.00)
• Free lunches
• Annual paid leave of 24 calendar days (+1 day for birthday after 1 year employment)
• Annual bonuses on performance results
• Medical Insurance after Probation period
• Shuttle bus (13 routes)
• Trainings, e-Learning Academy, and other online/offline platforms.
  
  Almaty International Airport ensures equal opportunities for every applicant, excluding any form of discrimination based on: race, color, gender, religion, language, marital status, orientation, political opinion, ethnicity, health, disability, family obligations, trade union activity, or age.
  
  Join our team today and become a vital part of our global airport family, comprising dedicated professionals who work together to ensure a future of seamless travel experiences