We’re looking for a Chief Accountant to ensure that local entities maintain an effective accounting framework and internal controls for compliance with local laws, regulations, US-GAAP and corporate policies.
Reporting to the Director, Country Controller of UK & Ireland, you will manage local tax and statutory filings audits, payroll processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires close collaboration with EPAM Global Shared Services Centre (SSC) teams, leveraging internal and external resources as needed and overseeing all financial activities for the entity.

REQUIREMENTS

• Considerable experience in accounting under both Local GAAP and US-GAAP
• Strong knowledge of tax regulations, statutory requirements and internal controls
• Experience managing payroll processes and ensuring SOX-compliance workflows
• Ability to coordinate financial reporting, monitor legislative changes and implement corporate policies efficiently
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills to work with cross-functional teams (e.g., SSC, FP&A, treasury)

• Ensure accurate accounting under Local GAAP and US-GAAP, SOX compliance and timely reconciliations
• Coordinate with SSC teams to address accounting issues and update policies based on legislative changes
• Manage archiving processes to comply with local regulations and provide records to authorities
• Oversee statutory and corporate audits, ensuring timely completion and compliance with deadlines
• Prepare statutory-to-US-GAAP reconciliations and ensure accuracy of local filings
• Ensure local tax compliance, manage returns, audits and communicate regulatory changes impacting SSC processes
• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring legal compliance, accuracy and SOX alignment, including tax handling for stock-based compensation
• Support budgeting, expense recognition and financial performance monitoring with FP&A and budget holders
• Manage finance integration for acquisitions and lead financial setup for new entities, including bank accounts and compliance