Kyivstar is Ukraine’s number one mobile operator. Founded in 1994, the company is one of the largest contributors to the national economy and regularly cited as a top employer. Kyivstar offers affordable, reliable and high-quality connectivity and digital services, with a focus on its continued roll-out of 4G which began in 2018.

 

This position is for Kyivstar Group Ltd, to be listed on Nasdaq and having its operating businesses in Ukraine.

·       Preparation and review of Group quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS as well as SEC reporting guidelines, and disclosure requirements

·       Coordination between key stakeholders with the Kyivstar Group and VEON Group (Legal, Investor Relations, HR, Treasury, Tax, Accounting and Consolidation) ensuring alignment between VEON Group and Kyivstar Group financial reporting.

·       Coordination and delivery of internal documents & reports to executive team and Kyivstar Board and Committees, including alignment of main messages and conclusions with VEON Group.

·       Coordination with External group auditors and managing the deliverable lists for auditors

·       Review and execution of quarterly financial reporting controls and procedures in support of the preparation and review of the Group quarterly and annual financial statements

·       Act as a strategic business partner for ongoing strategic projects for the Kyivstar Group (in context of disclosures for the Kyivstar Group financial statements).

·       Preparation and review of Group quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS as well as SEC reporting guidelines, and disclosure requirements

·       Coordination between key stakeholders with the Kyivstar Group and VEON Group (Legal, Investor Relations, HR, Treasury, Tax, Accounting and Consolidation) ensuring alignment between VEON Group and Kyivstar Group financial reporting.

·       Coordination and delivery of internal documents & reports to executive team and Kyivstar Board and Committees, including alignment of main messages and conclusions with VEON Group.

·       Coordination with External group auditors and managing the deliverable lists for auditors

·       Review and execution of quarterly financial reporting controls and procedures in support of the preparation and review of the Group quarterly and annual financial statements

·       Act as a strategic business partner for ongoing strategic projects for the Kyivstar Group (in context of disclosures for the Kyivstar Group financial statements).

·       Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask various priorities, and work under pressure with strict deadlines

·       Strong project management and relationship building skills

·       Analytical and conceptual thinker

·       Proactive and self-starter, ability to work independently

·       Collaborative team member

·       Experience with working on multicultural environments

·       Strong presentation and communication skills, both verbally and written in English. Good command in Ukrainian is a big plus.

·       Ability to prepare clear and concise materials and presentations for key stakeholders for executives and board members on complex accounting matters

·       Oracle HFM knowledge is a plus

·       Demonstrated ability to lead and influence diverse and multiple teams operating on a global basis

·       Experience with corporate governance and/or risk management activities

·       Proven knowledge of industry economics, COSO, Sarbanes-Oxley and SEC/PCAOB regulations

·       In-depth understanding of the internal control issues and an understanding of which issues are relevant for SOX compliance

·       Ability to simplify complex analysis that delivers comprehensive understanding

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

·       Bachelor in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration. CPA, ACCA or equivalent is required.

·       Accounting certification is required (ACCA, CPA, RA)

·       Minimum 5 years of previous work experience in similar role