Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

Sika® has been operating in Kazakhstan since 2005. In 2007, the company opened its first production facility in Almaty, where it began producing modified dry cement-based construction mixtures and liquid additives for concrete. In 2018, factories were established in Astana and Atyrau to produce additives for concrete.

We are seeking a Chief Accountant to lead all statutory accounting, tax compliance, group reporting under IFRS, and general financial operations for our newly established legal entity in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
During the early phase, the workload will be manageable/low, with support from the General Manager and a regional Chief Accountant. As the business grows, the role will expand accordingly.

The role additionally includes HR, administrative, and procurement support activities, typical for new-entity setups.

Accounting & Reporting

• Lead full statutory accounting using 1C; ensure accurate records, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close.
• Prepare IFRS-based group reporting packages for regional/corporate teams.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Prepare financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

Tax, Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with local Kyrgyz tax, VAT, social contributions, and statutory filings.
• Manage relationships with tax authorities, auditors, banks, and local regulators.
• Support internal/external audits and ensure timely submission of all requirements.

Systems & Process Development

• Operate current ERP (1C) and support the future SAP Business ByDesign implementation.
• Improve processes, controls, and reporting standards.

Cross-functional Responsibilities

• Support HR administration (contracts, onboarding documentation, payroll inputs).
• Assist in administration and procurement, including vendor management and basic office operations.
• Support the GM during the startup stage where multifunctional involvement is needed.

General

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and Code of Conduct.

Must-Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance (Master’s or certification is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, group reporting, and statutory accounting.
• Practical experience with 1C (mandatory).
• Experience with SAP or strong desire/aptitude to work with SAP in upcoming implementation.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, power query, complex formulas).
• Knowledge of local Kyrgyz accounting, tax, and compliance requirements (or transferable CIS-region expertise).
• Professional level English; Russian preferred.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in newly established entities/startups.
• Experience in HR/Admin/Procurement tasks.
• Background in multinational companies.

Conditions:

• Work schedule 5/2, full day; home office option 1-2 per week
• Based on the results of work, an annual bonus is paid for the year;
• Cellular phone and mobile compensation;
• Compensation for meals/free meals at the workplace;
• Health insurance for the employee and for family members;
• Accident insurance 24/7;
• Payment of benefits for temporary disability 100%;
• Paid annual leave;

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.