Ark Robotics is hiring a Senior Statutory Accountant (Chief Accountant) in Kyiv to lead the transition of our local tax and statutory accounting in-house. This key role reports directly to the Country Finance Lead and works closely with the Corporate Finance Controller.
The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience (preferably in Manufacturing, Defense Tech, or Import/Export) with proven hands-on expertise in Ukrainian statutory standards (NASU), Diia City, VAT administration (unblocking & budgetary reimbursement), and primary document management via M.E.Doc/Vchasno.
Full-Cycle Statutory & Tax Accounting: Manage all local accounting processes for the Ukrainian legal entity in compliance with National Accounting Standards (NASU) and Diia City framework.
Reporting & Compliance: Prepare and ensure timely submission of statutory, financial, tax, and statistical reporting (CIT, VAT, payroll, environmental taxes).
VAT Management & Unblocking: Oversee ERPN registrations, monitor SM KOR risks, lead tax invoice unblocking procedures, and execute statutory budgetary VAT reimbursement.
Primary Documentation & EDI: Implement strict regulations for primary document collection, verification, and archiving using M.E.Doc and Vchasno platforms.
Tax Audits & STS Relations: Lead statutory tax audits, handle inquiries from the State Tax Service (STS), prepare formal responses, and defend company interests.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with the Corporate Finance Controller to reconcile local ERP data for consolidation into corporate managerial (IFRS/GAAP) reports.
Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and manage operational accountants as the internal finance team expands.
Probation Period Goals (First 3 Months):
- Successful In-Housing of Accounting: Smooth transition of local statutory and tax accounting workflows from the external outsourcing provider into the internal ERP framework with zero operational downtime.
- Primary Documentation Audit: 100% reconciliation and setup of a seamless process for collecting, verifying, and archiving primary documentation via M.E.Doc and Vchasno platforms.
- Corporate Integration: Established and verified methodology for monthly data reconciliation and transfer from local ERP to the Corporate Finance Controller for managerial/IFRS reporting.
Ongoing Operational & Strategic KPIs:
- 100% Tax & Regulatory Compliance: On-time, accurate submission of all statutory, tax, financial, and statistical reports (CIT, VAT, payroll, environmental taxes, Diia City compliance) with zero penalties or fines.
- VAT & SM KOR Efficiency: Proactive monitoring and rapid execution of tax invoice unblocking procedures under SM KOR criteria, maintaining clean ERPN registrations.
- Budgetary VAT Reimbursement: Flawless documentation packaging and management of statutory budgetary VAT refund/reimbursement processes (priority for import/export and defense tech operations).
- Tax Audit Defense (Zero-Penalty Rate): Successful management of State Tax Service (STS) interactions, tax audits, and formal inquiries with sound legal and statutory argumentation.
- Reconciliation Accuracy: Zero discrepancies in AP/AR sub-ledgers, maintaining 100% up-to-date acts of reconciliation with suppliers and counterparties.
5+ years of experience as a Chief Accountant, Deputy Chief Accountant, or Senior Statutory Accountant.
Industry Background: Experience in Manufacturing, Defense Tech, Hardware, or International Trade (Import/Export) is a critical advantage.
Tax & Statutory Expertise: Deep, up-to-date knowledge of the Tax Code of Ukraine, National Accounting Standards (NASU), local labor legislation, and Diia City framework.
VAT Mastery (MUST HAVE): Proven hands-on track record of managing statutory budgetary VAT reimbursement processes and executing rapid tax invoice unblocking procedures (SM KOR criteria).
Software Proficiency: Expert command of ERP software frameworks, M.E.Doc, Vchasno, the Electronic Cabinet of the Taxpayer, and Client-Bank applications.
Cross-functional Skills: Clear understanding of transforming local statutory data into corporate managerial/IFRS reports.
Languages: Fluent Ukrainian (strong legal and statutory argumentation skills); Professional Working English (B1+) for reading, writing documentation, and attending corporate All-Hands.
Location: Based in Kyiv with willingness to work in-office during the initial 3-month probation period.
Defense Tech / Hardware / Manufacturing Experience: Prior background working in MilTech, Robotics, Electronics Hardware, or complex production environments.
Audit & Big 4 Background: Career history with reputable local/international accounting or auditing firms.
Certifications: Professional certifications such as CAP/CIPA, ACCA (F1-F9 / DipIFR), or Certified Ukrainian Auditor.
ERP Implementation: Hands-on experience participating in or leading the migration/implementation of a new ERP system (e.g., BAS, SAP, Odoo).
Advanced English: Upper-Intermediate (B2) or Higher English proficiency for direct cross-border corporate reporting.
Impact & Purpose: A key leadership role in a vital, fast-growing Defense Tech & Robotics company where your work directly supports high-tech innovations.
Workplace Flexibility: Full-time engagement with a safety-first approach. In-office onboarding in Kyiv during the 3-month probation period to ensure a smooth transition, moving to a flexible hybrid work model afterward.
Professional Autonomy: Direct reporting line to the Country Finance Lead with full ownership over building and scaling internal accounting processes from the ground up.
Standard Benefits & Growth: Paid vacation, sick leaves, comprehensive onboarding, and opportunities to recruit and lead a team as the company expands.
Direct Ownership & In-Housing: Lead the full transition of statutory accounting from an external provider into an internal, in-house function—building clean, scalable processes from the ground up.
Team Leadership Path: Step into an established senior role with a clear track toward building, mentoring, and managing your own internal accounting team as the company continues to scale.
Cross-Border & Corporate Exposure: Work directly with the Country Finance Lead and Corporate Finance Controller, gaining hands-on exposure to corporate managerial finance, IFRS synchronization, and international reporting.
MilTech & Hardware Expertise: Deepen your technical finance skills within one of the most dynamic and critical industries today (Defense Tech / Hardware / Manufacturing).
High-Autonomy Environment: Enjoy direct exposure to executive decision-makers with minimal bureaucracy and maximum trust in your accounting and tax strategies.
