Chief accountant

Glovo is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in around 65 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.

• Lead, mentor, and effectively manage the local accounting team, maintaining a stable work environment and supporting their ongoing professional development.
• Lead the development, formalization, and annual update of the company's local accounting policy and tax policy.
• Streamline data flows between local sales channels, invoicing, and ERP systems to reduce manual processes.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation, conduct regular reviews of local tax workflows, and manage routine state tax audits to minimize exposure and penalties.
• Collaborate with external outsource firms and advisors for the accurate preparation and timely filing of tax returns.
• Optimize month-end closing routines to shorten cycle times, consistently meeting both local statutory filing deadlines and HQ deadlines with high data accuracy.
• Oversee high-volume transaction processing and billing workflows to ensure operational accuracy and compliance.

• Experience of successfully leading accounting teams.
• Relevant experience in high-volume transactional tech platforms, fintech, telecom, or large retail/FMCG.
• Experience preparing for and defending state tax audits, as well as working effectively with external tax consultants.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (1C: Enterprise 8.3) and experience collaborating with 1C developers.
• Strong data analytics skills (advanced Excel, Pivot Tables, Power Query).
• Higher degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Audit.
• Fluent English (C1/C2) for daily cross-border communication and reporting to global teams.
• Active Professional Accountant of Kazakhstan certification.
• Будет плюсом: Professional fluency in Kazakh is a strong asset for local regulatory authority interactions and tax reviews; Full ACCA membership or DipIFR holder (or currently pursuing upper-level papers) would be a big advantage; Certified Tax Advisor is a strong plus

• An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action.
• Top-notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak.
• Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings!
• Extra time off and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to two weeks a year!
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well-being.