Finance and Administrative Manager

• End‑to‑end ownership of finance and administration
• Hands‑on leadership role in an international logistics environment

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑established international logistics group with a long‑standing presence in Europe and a key operational hub in Warsaw . Operating in a fast‑paced, operational environment, the company provides cross‑border transport and logistics solutions for industrial and retail customers across Poland, Western Europe, and Switzerland.

Job Description

Reporting directly to local and group management, the successful candidate will be fully responsible for accounting, finance, payroll, and office administration , acting as a trusted business partner to the leadership team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full responsibility for statutory accounting in compliance with Polish regulations (CIT, VAT, payroll)
• Preparation of monthly, interim, and annual financial statements
• Timely preparation and submission of tax declarations and statutory reports
• Oversight of cash flow, bank relations, FX settlements, and payment processing
• Management of accounts receivable and payable , including partner reconciliations
• Preparation of payroll, bonuses, benefits, and employee settlements
• Cooperation with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions
• Maintenance of fixed assets register and accounting documentation
• Supervision of HR administration , including employee records, leave, training, and business travel
• Handling of office management, contracts, insurance, and fleet administration
• Operational support through Transport Management System (TMS) activities where required
• Acting as a central point of contact for finance and administration‑related matters

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting expertise with a hands‑on, pragmatic approach suited to an international SME environment.

Key requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics , or similar
• 8+ years of experience in accounting, including senior responsibility (Chief Accountant / Lead Accountant)
• Excellent knowledge of Polish accounting law and tax regulations
• Experience in logistics, transport, or operationally complex businesses is highly desirable
• Proven ability to manage finance, payroll, and administration end‑to‑end
• High level of independence, accuracy, and reliability
• Comfortable working in a lean structure with broad responsibility
• Polish (native) and English (working proficiency) required; French or German is an advantage
• Strong systems aptitude (ERP/accounting tools; TMS experience a plus)

What's on Offer

• Key, visible role with end‑to‑end responsibility
• Stable position in a well‑established international organisation
• Competitive salary aligned with Warsaw market standards
• High degree of autonomy and trust
• Long‑term cooperation and development potential within the group