Financial Accountant

The role will be responsible for all financial duties for Polish, German and Romanian entities and any other countries that are deemed appropriate. We are looking for a candidate who is a problem solver with an analytical mindset who is comfortable with taking on responsibility to ensure compliance with local statutory requirements. The candidate will play a key role in providing support for all Controllership matters.

Responsibilities:

·       Analysis/interrogation of key balance sheet & P&L accounts, with preparation and posting of any associated journals

·       Preparation of financial statements for legal entities in accordance with US and local GAAP

·       Responsibility for month end processes, including the preparation & posting of journals along with preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations

·       Liaising and interacting with external auditors pursuant to the timely completion of statutory audits carried out on legal entities

·       Assistance with preparation of tax returns and associated accounting workflows, including processing of payment and balance sheet reconciliation of related accounts

·       Preparation of VAT returns and associated accounting workflows, including processing of payment and balance sheet reconciliation of related accounts

·       Responsibility for Accounts Payable and local contact for T&E questions and compliance

·       Support to payroll department and posting of payroll transactions / review of automated feeds

Key qualifications of the job:

·       ACA / CPA / CA / ACCA or equivalent certification

·       Strong technical accounting skills/knowledge of IFRS

·       Ability to prepare financial statements and lead local audits

·       Minimum 3 years experience in Financial Reporting or Accounting

·       Good understanding of VAT and general tax accounting

·       Experience with financial statement reporting obligations and local requirements and internal controls

Key soft skills required:

·       Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

·       Well organized and able to prioritize conflicting deadlines

·       Real team player with innate desire to contribute to change

·       Fluency in English

·       Attention to detail

·       Hands-on approach

·       Delivers excellence with agility and rigor

·       A strong desire to exceed expectations

·       Results orientated