Accountant
Description
📍Plovdiv, Hybrid
At Perkbox, we are on a mission to improve lives by transforming how companies support their people. Through our all-in-one platform, we deliver meaningful benefits, recognition, and wellbeing solutions that make a real difference to employees every day. But it starts with our own people.
We're building a culture that reflects what we offer: one that prioritises wellbeing, celebrates impact, and empowers growth. If you're excited by purpose-driven work, fast-paced growth, and creating better employee experiences at scale, you'll fit right in.
As we continue to grow, we're establishing our first Finance role in Bulgaria within a UK-headquartered, private equity-backed group. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of local finance activities, support a growing international business, and help drive process improvements as the organisation continues to scale through organic growth and acquisitions.
We're looking for an experienced Accountant to support accounts payable activities across the Group while acting as the local Finance representative in Bulgaria. You'll work closely with our outsourced accounting partners, ensure compliance with local requirements, and help improve processes through automation and technology.
What you’ll be responsible for:
Process purchase invoices and expenses across the group accurately and in line with accounts payable policies.
Identify and deliver process improvements, with a particular focus on AI and automation initiatives.
Document end-to-end processes to support accounting policies and controls.
Act as the main point of contact for local accountants, auditors, banks, and Bulgarian authorities.
Monitor changes in Bulgarian tax, statutory accounting, and reporting requirements.
Support the preparation and review of payment runs.
Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations relating to the purchase ledger.
Support ongoing cleansing and maintenance of the accounts payable ledger.
Respond to business queries in a timely manner and educate stakeholders on procurement processes and purchase order requirements.
Implement and continuously improve accounts payable controls and procedures to protect company assets and minimise risk.
Identify and resolve process bottlenecks across the finance function.
Skills and experience required:
5+ years' experience within accounting and/or accounts payable.
An Accounting, Finance, or related qualification.
Previous experience managing or leading a small team.
Strong working knowledge of Bulgarian VAT, statutory accounting, and reporting requirements.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines.
Advanced Excel skills.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Interview process:
Screening interview with the Senior Talent Advisor
Online panel interview with the Finance Director and the Finance Manager
Task and final stage interview
Diversity & Inclusion:
At Perkbox, we’re committed to building an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are happy to provide reasonable adjustments where needed. Your comfort and success matter to us!