Senior Accountant

CME is a leading content creator and broadcaster operating in six Central and Eastern European countries. It is comprised of six television broadcasters in Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic (TV Nova), Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia, as well as Voyo, its original subscription video on demand platform. CME’s 45 TV channels reach a total of 49 million people, with market-leading channels in most of its markets.  CME is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the PPF Group, a leading Czech-based investment group with operations in 25 countries across multiple industries including telecommunications and media.

Behind all of our success, there is a community of people from a variety of professions, who love their work, strive to be the best every day and come up with new ideas all the time.

Are you well-versed in financial accounting, taxes, and reporting? Do you have a solid understanding of finance department processes? 

Are you drawn to the dynamic world of media? Do you enjoy working in an international environment? Our operations span over six Central and Eastern European markets, and we are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team. This position is based in Prague headquarters and reports directly to the Head of Accounting & Reporting.

• Oversee the transaction processing of CME Services s.r.o. and the financial close processes for both statutory and group reporting.

• Responsibility for two direct reports.

• Maintain an effective control environment in Corporate Accounting and Reporting through risk identification, operating review and monitoring controls.

• Maintain appropriate accounting records in line with Group and local fiscal/legal requirements.

• Liaison with other departments including tax and legal to coordinate the financial statements and processes related to the corporate entities.

• Primary point of contact for statutory auditors and group auditors for Corporate segment related procedures.

• Responsible for the filing of certain CME entities' statutory financial statements, tax returns and national statistics.

• Preparation of management recharge calculations.

• Managing tasks connected with post-ERP implementation to fine-tune the system and processes.

• Produce ad hoc reports and participate on ad hoc projects as required.

• To provide assistance to the Group Head of Accounting and Reporting as required.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a multinational environment.

• Experience with statutory reporting, financial close processes, and tax compliance.

• Previous experience managing or mentoring a small team is a plus.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and local accounting standards.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (experience with post-implementation adjustments is an advantage).

• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with financial reporting tools is a plus.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and internal stakeholders.

• Fluency in English (both written and spoken).

• Czech/Slovak language proficiency is an advantage.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Medical care in a private medical clinic

• Monthly meal voucher fee (“stravenkový paušál“)

• Our own canteen directly in the building

• 5 weeks of vacation, 4 paid volunteering days

• Onsite facilities to support your work-life balance (fitness, sauna, massages)

• MultiSport card

• Pension contribution

• Pleasant and modern working environment

• Regular company events to strengthen the team (team-buildings, new-release projections etc.)

• Finally, an amazing opportunity to be part of something really big and futuristic