General Ledger Manager

JetBrains is an international software development company. Since 2000, we’ve built tools that help developers stay focused and get work done. Today, more than 11 million users rely on our products, and 88 of the Fortune Global 100 companies use them.

We’re looking for a General Ledger (GL) Manager with strong technical accounting skills, sound judgment, and a clear sense of ownership. You’ll work with experienced finance and legal professionals and help run accurate, compliant, and scalable accounting processes for our Serbian entity.

This position is a 2-year fixed-term role, covering a maternity leave within the team.

• →Run the accounting function and bookkeeping processes, including both in-house work and outsourced providers.
• →Own period closing activities. Work with the GL specialist to ensure correct entries, including bank reconciliations and other key controls.
• →Monitor and analyze accounting data and prepare statutory financial reports and statements in line with local regulations.
• →Ensure correct use of accounting methods, policies, and principles.
• →Support annual audits and work with the external accounting firm to keep external and internal ledgers aligned. 
• →Reconcile VAT reports, SEF invoices, and related tax entries, including benefit-in-kind reporting.
• →Work with the Payroll, Tax, HR, FP&A, Controlling, and international GL teams to keep processes consistent.
• →Provide relevant recommendations to local and group stakeholders on topics related to local operations.
• →Identify process gaps and propose improvements that help the function scale.
• →Support group finance projects and contribute to cross-company initiatives.

• Has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Has experience in a local company that is part of an international group.
• Has hands-on experience in bookkeeping and reporting, and can also support process and control improvements.
• Has supervisory or management experience.
• Has in-depth knowledge of local tax laws and rules.
• Is detail-oriented and pays close attention to accurate and precise financial data and reports.
• Is confident with financial software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Thrives in a fast-paced international environment, balancing multiple priorities with ease.
• Is reliable, pro-active, and self-motivated.
• Learns new processes quickly.
• Builds effective working relationships across teams.
• Knows local and international accounting standards, including financial instruments.
• Has experience with statutory reporting and management accounting.
• Communicates clearly with different stakeholders.
• Is fluent in English (written and spoken).

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