EPPC Albania, on behalf of its client, a company operating in energy trading, import and export, with extensive experience and an established presence across several regional markets, is currently recruiting an Accounting and Finance Specialist.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Coordinate periodically with the local accounting firms supporting the company’s branches, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of accounting records, reconciliations, tax filings and financial reporting;

• Coordinate with local accounting firms to ensure compliance with the applicable financial and tax requirements in each country where the company operates;

• Coordinate with customs agencies regarding energy imports and exports and reconcile customs documentation with the relevant transactions and systems;

• Record bank statements in NAV/Microsoft Dynamics for all banks used by the company;

• Prepare and submit bank payments for approval, including payments related to energy, capacity, operating expenses and other liabilities, and administer cash transactions in accordance with internal procedures;

• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor daily liquidity, including tracking and reporting collections and payments;

• Record and monitor sales invoices issued to eligible B2B customers;

• Monitor branch invoicing, liability payments, supporting documentation and operational communication with partners and local accounting firms;

• Prepare information related to bank guarantees, verify their validity and expiry dates, and coordinate with the Finance Manager for final approval;

• Support period-end closing activities and prepare the information required for financial reporting.

Requirements for this position are:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field;

• Professional experience in finance and/or accounting, with practical exposure to accounting processes and financial reporting;

• Knowledge of Albanian financial and tax legislation, as well as IFRS;

• Experience in preparing financial and tax filings and supporting documentation, reconciliations and periodic accounting closings;

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite;

• Good command of written and spoken English, required for cooperation with accounting firms and business partners across the region;

• Very good communication and coordination skills, with the ability to clearly communicate requirements, standards and reporting deadlines;

• Ability to follow up on outstanding matters through resolution and ensure that the necessary documentation is provided within the required deadlines.