Chief Accountant

Company Description

Publicis Re:Sources is at the core of Publicis Groupe, the world's largest communications company. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients.

 

Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re:Sources has grown to 6,000+ employees in over 55 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services, including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management, information security, and global mobility — supporting 110,000+ employees across the Publicis Groupe network. Our people are at the center of everything we do, bringing curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence to their work every day. 

 

Learn more about Publicis Re:Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at publicisresources.com.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven GL & Reporting Accountant to join our GL team and support our accounting, statutory reporting and tax operations in Serbia. This role will have full ownership of the General Ledger, local tax compliance, statutory reporting and coordination of external audits. The successful candidate will provide expert guidance on Serbian accounting regulations and ensure compliance with all local statutory and tax requirements while driving continuous improvements within a multinational environment.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the General Ledger, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data.
• Oversee compliance with Serbian direct and indirect tax regulations, including VAT, corporate income tax, withholding tax, and other local tax obligations.
• Coordinate and review statutory financial statements prepared in accordance with Serbian Accounting Law and applicable reporting standards.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
• Lead and oversee balance sheet reconciliations and review of trial balances and profit and loss accounts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory institutions.
• Support transfer pricing compliance and coordinate preparation of transfer pricing documentation.
• Work closely with regional and global Finance teams to ensure alignment between local statutory requirements and group reporting.
• Prepare and deliver ad hoc financial analysis and reports to management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, standardisation, and automation within accounting and tax processes.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and compliance requirements.
• Support internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations where required.
• Comply with internal policies, procedures, and health & safety regulations.

Qualifications

Professional Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Certified Accountant qualification preferred (e.g., Association of Accountants and Auditors of Serbia, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of Serbian Accounting Law, Serbian tax legislation, and IFRS.

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a senior accounting or Chief Accountant role.
• Experience within a multinational company or shared services environment is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in General Ledger management, statutory reporting, tax compliance, audits, and financial controls.
• Experience dealing with Serbian tax authorities, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Serbian accounting, tax, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in Serbian and English, both written and spoken.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (ABSOFT, SAP or similar) preferred.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive improvements.
• Strong focus on compliance, governance, control, and transparency.
• Effective people management and leadership capabilities.

Additional Information

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in a Shared Service Centre (SSC) or Business Services environment.
• Experience supporting international reporting requirements and group consolidations.
• Proven ability to lead teams through change, process transformation, and automation initiatives.
• Strong business partnering mindset with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.