For our Client, an international multi-stream revenue production company with several production plants in the EMEA region, we are looking for a Chief Accountant responsible for the production plant in Germany.
The Chief Accountant role is part of the Controlling team and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financials of assigned entities. The company's headquarters is in Krakow (possibility of a full remote work model).
Chief Accountant with German
Chief Accountant with German
Work place: Kraków
Ref. no 111/10/2024/JH/11497/4230
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in general accounting and at least 3 years as a Chief Accountant, Certified Accountant or GL managerial roles,
- strong knowledge of IFRS is a must,
- German accounting regulations (HGB) would be an asset,
- fluent in German and English, both spoken and written,
- experience in the manufacturing company would be a plus,
- ability to work to tight time scales, manage multiple tasks and maintain a high level of accuracy,
- supporting decisions and influencing business counterparts.
Responsibilities
- ensure accurate and timely financial reporting under group IFRS standards and local statutory requirements,
- support local statutory & compliance teams, including VAT returns, payroll, tax returns, and other local submissions,
- ensure accurate and timely financial reporting under group IFRS and local HGB standards in cooperation with Financial Controller,
- act as a point of contact between the Shared Services Center and the relevant business area,
- provide input to judgment journals required during the period-end process,
- ensure period-end processes are executed in a timely and accurate manner,
- conduct balance sheet reviews prepared by shared services and ensure completeness and accuracy,
- support Regional Entity Controllers with action plans for balance sheet items,
- lead and coordinate external audits (group, statutory, regulatory),
- oversee financial transactions according to company policies and regulations.
We offer
- professional development in an international organization,
- direct cooperation with business units in Germany,
- possibility of remote work and flexible working conditions,
- work in the international environment with strong market position,
- benefit package (private healthcare, launch cards, Multisport, etc.).