Senior Accountant

International medical device manufacturing company reporting directly to Finance Manager

About Our Client

International medical device manufacturing company

Job Description

• Take ownership of full-cycle / General Ledger (GL) accounting activities .
• Manage and reconcile General Ledger accounts , ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Lead and perform month-end and year-end closing activities in line with reporting deadlines.
• Prepare and review accounting entries, including accruals, provisions, depreciation, prepayments, deferrals, reclassifications, and intercompany transactions .
• Prepare, review, and analyse balance sheet reconciliations , ensuring the integrity of balance sheet accounts.
• Monitor and support working capital management , identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and support the preparation of financial statements under Polish GAAP and IFRS , as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with Polish tax and reporting requirements, including VAT, CIT, JPK, and KSeF .
• Apply practical knowledge of CIT and deferred tax , including accounting treatment and reporting.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for financial statements, tax filings, and audits .
• Act as a key contact for internal and external auditors , coordinating requests and providing explanations and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with the Finance Director on accounting, reporting, closing, and financial matters.
• Partner with Business stakeholders to understand transactions and ensure their correct accounting and financial treatment.
• Investigate accounting issues, identify root causes, and proactively implement corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline accounting, reporting, and closing processes .
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, Polish GAAP, IFRS, and applicable legal requirements .
• Proactively identify accounting and reporting risks and ensure they are addressed in a timely manner.

The Successful Applicant

• 5+ years of professional experience in full-cycle accounting or General Ledger accounting.
• Strong practical knowledge of GL processes and month-end/year-end closing .
• Strong knowledge of Polish GAAP and good practical understanding of IFRS .
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements under Polish GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Strong experience in balance sheet reconciliations and balance sheet account analysis .
• Practical knowledge of VAT and CIT .
• Practical knowledge of deferred tax .
• Experience with JPK and KSeF .
• Strong understanding of accounting for accruals, provisions, depreciation, prepayments, deferrals, and reclassifications .
• Previous experience working with external and/or internal auditors , including preparation of audit documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with Finance leadership and Business stakeholders .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and proactively resolve issues.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Polish fluency
• English at B2 level or higher .
• Strong knowledge of Polish accounting and tax regulations.

What's on Offer

base + bonus + benefits