Head of Finance, Chief Accountant

Capital.com

. Develop and implement the Company's accounting and financial policies and reporting framework aligned with IFRS, the Law on Accounting, and CBAR requirements .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeBaku • AzerbaijanLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IFRS-based accounting and financial reporting, compliance with CBAR requirements, and effective team leadership in accounting and finance. Proficient in managing internal controls, financial planning, and regulatory compliance while maintaining professional accountant status.

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IFRS-Based AccountingFinancial ReportingCBAR ComplianceTeam LeadershipProfessional Accountant Certificate

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationTax Reporting CycleInternal ControlsFinancial PlanningBudgetingForecastingRisk ManagementAML/CFT ComplianceAdvanced Microsoft ExcelAccounting Systems

Soft Skills

IntegrityAccountabilityInitiativeCooperationEthical Principles

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsState PortalsElectronic Invoices

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Accountant CertificateInternational Professional Qualification (ACCA, DipIFR, CIMA, CPA, CFA)

Industry Keywords

Azerbaijani Accounting LegislationCBAR Reporting RequirementsFinancial Institution RegulationsSecurities Market LawTax Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement the Company's accounting and financial policies and reporting framework aligned with IFRS, the Law on Accounting, and CBAR requirements
Assist in ensuring compliance with CBAR financial reporting requirements, capital adequacy standards, and applicable risk management frameworks
Oversee preparation of financial statements, tax declarations, CBAR periodic reports, and other regulatory filings
Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting with the General Director
Establish and maintain internal controls over accounting and reporting and prepare the function for internal and external audit
Coordinate external audits and tax inspections and respond to audit and regulatory requests
Represent the Company before tax authorities and CBAR on accounting and reporting matters
Identify and escalate accounting-related financial, reporting, tax compliance, and capital adequacy risks
Collaborate with CBAR, external auditors, the Audit Committee, and senior management
Assist in implementing and maintaining financial systems, accounting processes, and internal controls
Ensure AML/CFT accounting-related record-keeping and reporting compliance
Monitor regulatory changes and evolving best practices and perform gap and business impact analysis
Build, lead, and develop the accounting and finance team
Maintain professional accountant status, including timely certificate renewal and continuing membership in an accredited professional accountant organisation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Higher education (university degree)
Professional accountant certificate (peşəkar mühasib sertifikatı, PMS) issued by the State Examination Centre (DİM)
Current membership of a professional accountancy organisation accredited by the Ministry of Finance
Not less than five years of experience in accounting or finance, including at least three years as a chief accountant or in a managerial finance role
Experience in a bank, investment company, insurer or other regulated financial institution is a significant advantage
Meets the “fit and proper” requirements applicable to the Chief Accountant of a licensed entity under the Securities Market Law
Strong practical experience in IFRS-based accounting and financial reporting
Strong knowledge of Azerbaijani accounting and tax legislation, CBAR reporting requirements for investment companies, and applicable AML/CFT record-keeping obligations
Practical experience of the full tax reporting cycle and confident use of state portals, including electronic invoices (EQF)
Confident user of accounting and ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel
Experience of leading and developing an accounting or finance team
Azerbaijani - fluent
English - good written and spoken proficiency is required
International professional qualification (ACCA, DipIFR, CIMA, CPA, CFA) is an advantage
Ability to handle complex financial reporting issues, projects, and processes
Strong moral and ethical principles
Willingness to learn, accept accountability, demonstrate initiative and support effective co-operation
Strong sense of integrity and responsibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Annual leave
Employee referral program with rewards
Medical insurance
Pension plans
Location-specific benefits and perks
30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply)
Two additional paid volunteer days each year