Chief Accountant

Chief Accountant

📍 Location: Israel

We are looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Chief Accountant to join our team and take ownership of our accounting operations. The role of the Chief Accountant is ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of statutory, group and tax reporting in accordance with the applicable law and group procedures. This role is ideal for someone who values precision, and enjoys working in a culture that promotes transparency, mutual respect, and continuous learning. If you're passionate about accounting and want to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking workplace, we’d love to hear from you.

 What will you do?

• Manage and coordinate the work of the Accounting Team
• Manage and execute operational accounting processes in accordance with legal and tax regulations and prepare all legally required reports (statutory financial statements, tax reporting, etc.)
• Prepare group reporting in accordance with the group rules (IFRS) and a published reporting calendar
• Prepare and present the reports and analysis during regular review meetings (Balance sheet review meetings, Financial review meetings)
• Ensure compliance with internal controls applicable in the group in cooperation with the Internal Control Team
• Coordinate and support conducting of internal and external audits (including tax), maintain links and coordination with banks, tax administration and other state institutions
• Identify, assess and monitor the risks under the jurisdiction with relation to accounting and tax topics
• Proactively provide advice and support in the day-to-day operations of the accounting department to ensure that the work is done accurately and on time
• Cooperate with other teams and departments (Business Finance, Tax, Treasury, Billing etc.)
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis and reports due to the current needs
• Work on professional development in the accounting department with the aim of improving the performance of the team with continuous good results
• Actively participate in the implementation of group projects at the country level, as well as local projects, in particular resulting from legal requirements
• Support finance transformation and standardization initiatives
• Monitor changes in accounting and tax legislation, constantly update knowledge in this area to ensure the proper risks control

🧩 What are the requirements?

• University degree in accounting/finance or related area
• 5 years of work experience in the same or similar jobs
• Knowledge of accounting standards (local and IFRS)
• Knowledge of local tax legislation
• Excellent knowledge of English
• Communication and presentation skills
• Organizational and problem-solving skills
• Teamwork
• Critical thinking

What we offer:

• Hybrid working model (WFH or Office) and flexible working hours
• International team with the possibility for training & upskilling
• Learning & Development for each employee
• Having a chance to be mentored by any worldwide expert inside Schneider Electric
• The financial, legal, and psychological assistance program
• Family policy - Parental leave and Care leave
• Recognition culture through our own StepUp platform & annual bonus
• Building a career in the #1 world sustainable multinational company

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our  IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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