About JetBrains

JetBrains is a leading international software development company. Since 2000, we have created powerful developer tools used by more than 11 million users worldwide and 88 Fortune Global 100 companies.

Role Overview

The Head of Accounting Operations is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the core accounting functions – Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL) – across a multinational organization operating in 12 jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the global strategy for accounting operations across multiple geographies.
• Partner with senior finance leadership to align accounting operations with overall finance and business objectives.
• Own and continuously improve global processes for AP, AR, GL, intercompany accounting, and fixed assets.
• Standardize workflows across regions while respecting local regulatory and business needs.
• Contribute to end-to-end process visibility and efficiency in the Record‑to‑Report (R2R), Order‑to‑Cash (O2C), and Procure‑to‑Pay (P2P) cycles.
• Define, implement, and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Automate transactional accounting processes using RPA, ERP enhancements, and best‑in‑class tools.
• Collaborate with IT and finance systems teams to drive digital transformation across the accounting function.
• Ensure full compliance with internal control standards and local statutory requirements.
• Act as a key partner during internal and external audits.
• Serve as the finance operations liaison with Procurement, Treasury, Tax, Payroll, and Business Controllers.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in accounting operations, including 3+ years in a global or regional leadership role.
• Proven success leading multi‑country accounting operations within a shared service center or global business services (GBS) model.
• Strong background in transactional finance functions (AP, AR, GL, intercompany accounting).
• Experience designing and enforcing SLAs, KPIs, and performance management frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday) and AP/AR automation tools.
• Experience leading global finance transformation projects such as ERP rollouts, SSC transitions, or process optimization.
• Familiarity with internal controls and audit processes.
• Strong talent development and team‑building capabilities in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.

Benefits & Perks

• Hybrid work model – work from home in any location where JetBrains offices are located.
• Competitive salary and equity package.
• 30 days of paid vacation (local regulations apply).
• Health insurance for you and your family.
• Multisport Card, daily meal allowance, and language courses.
• Professional and personal development opportunities, including travel to professional conferences worldwide and access to LinkedIn Learning.

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