Group Financial Controller (Baku)

Location: Baku

Reports to: CFO

Work Arrangements: Office-Based 

Why we do what we do:

Our mission is to contribute to the production and processing of agricultural products, to ensure the sustainable and innovative development of the food sector. We are dedicated to a wide range of activities, from grain cultivation to the production of important food products such as milk and flour.

What We Offer:

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment fun to be part of;
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including language courses;
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including medical insurance;
• Performance-driven annual bonus;
• Group discount opportunities for various products and services;
• Company-provided lunch and other employee benefits;
• Celebrate birthdays, team breakfasts, lunches, and other traditional events;

 Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements for Management and IFRS;
• Lead the annual budgeting process and financial forecasting;
• Provide insightful analysis of financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior year results;
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making;
• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting;
• Evaluate and improve financial systems, processes, and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy;
• Advise senior management and the board on financial strategy, performance, and opportunities;
• Communicate financial results, forecasts, and strategies to stakeholders including executives, board members, and shareholders;
• Prepare presentations and financial reports for board meetings.

What we want you to:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field is preferred;
• Minimum 5 year experience in relevant role;
• Good written and verbal communications skills (Azerbaijan, English and Russian);
• Advanced skills in financial analysis, including variance analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling;
• Hands-on experience in preparing and overseeing the preparation of financial statements, managing audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements;
• Expertise in budgeting processes, cost control methodologies, and financial planning;
• Track record in developing and managing budgets, monitoring performance against budget targets, and implementing cost-saving initiatives;
• Proficiency in utilizing financial systems to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and facilitate financial reporting and analysis;
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills;
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills;
• Analytical skills with detail orientation.

Please submit your applications mailbox and indicate the position you are applying for in the Subject line.

The deadline for applications is July 10th.