Associate Finance Controller with German Language Skills

Maersk Logistics & Services Poland Sp. z.o.o. - Branch Warsaw; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 156,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life & Accident Insurance

Supplementary Pension Plan

Company Social Benefits Fund

Employee Assistance Program

Global Referral Program

Role Specific Benefits

Job summary

Maersk Global Service Centre in Warsaw is seeking an Associate Finance Controller with German to join our growing team. You will support IFRS, German GAAP, and month-end close, collaborating with cross-functional teams across Europe.

The role requires German language at approximately B1/B2 level, strong Excel and SAP experience, and a proactive, analytical mindset to help ensure timely financial reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Three years of accounting experience, ideally in a multinational context.
• End-to-end accounting and month-end close experience.
• Knowledge of IFRS and German GAAP.
• ERP experience, SAP/S4HANA preferred.
• Strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review balance sheets and substantiate accounts.
• Investigate deviations and coordinate corrective actions.
• Support financial statement analysis and reporting of operational results.
• Ensure IFRS/German GAAP compliance and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with auditors and assist regional finance projects.

Skills

German language skills (B1/B2)

Analytical and problem-solving

English communication

Prioritization and time management

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

CPA / CMA or equivalent (or pursuing)

Tools

SAP / S/4HANA

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary and Benefits

Hiring Range: 14.000zł - 15.000zł Short Term Incentive at target (actual payout may vary based on performance): 7.5%

Location: Onsite 5 days in Warsaw | Finance – Accounting to Reporting (ATR) | 14-15000 PLN per Month, plus bonus & benefits.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Supplementary Pension Plan (Pracownicze Plany Kapitałowe)
• Company Social Benefits Fund (ZFŚS)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Global Referral Program
• Role Specific Benefits

Job Opportunity

Build your finance career in Warsaw. Connect your work to the world.

Are you an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working in an international environment? Do you want to use your German language skills while building expertise within a global organisation? Join Maersk as an Associate Finance Controller with German and become part of our growing Global Service Centre in Warsaw. At Maersk GSC Poland, our Warsaw teams support customers and colleagues across Europe and beyond. We bring together finance expertise, customer focus, process discipline and international collaboration to help simplify supply chains and keep global trade moving. It is an environment where you can broaden your experience, build valuable international relationships and develop your career within a truly global business.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing balance sheets and ensuring relevant accounts are properly substantiated.
• Investigating deviations and coordinating the appropriate corrective actions.
• Supporting financial statement analysis and reporting on operational results.
• Ensuring compliance with IFRS, German GAAP, statutory requirements and relevant financial controls.
• Supporting tax, audit and statutory reporting requirements within agreed deadlines.
• Coordinating with internal and external auditors.
• Working with process owners to consolidate accounting and tax information.
• Supporting the RICC control framework and completing controls attestation.
• Responding promptly to finance-related enquiries and meeting agreed service levels.
• Identifying process or performance gaps and working with stakeholders to improve them.
• Supporting regional finance projects and other business requirements when needed.

Qualifications

• At least three years’ experience in accounting, ideally within a multinational organisation.
• End-to-end accounting and month-end close experience.
• Knowledge of German GAAP and IFRS.
• A degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.
• A recognised professional qualification such as CPA, CMA or equivalent, or an interest in working towards one.
• Experience using an ERP system, with SAP or S/4HANA experience particularly valuable.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• German language skills at approximately B1/B2 level or above, with the confidence to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Professional English communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• The ability to manage priorities and deliver accurately against demanding deadlines.
• A proactive, resourceful and collaborative working style.

Why join Maersk GSC?

A career within Maersk GSC can grow in many directions. You may deepen your specialist expertise, contribute to process excellence and transformation, build capability as a trainer, move into people leadership or explore broader opportunities across Maersk. You will join a global working environment where learning, ownership and collaboration matter, and where your contribution helps support the operations behind global trade.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking.

Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

The salary range and benefits listed are provided in good faith and represent an estimate based on objective and gender neutral criteria, including the precise nature of the role and relevant market data. Actual compensation may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and location. Benefits may differ based on employment status and regional policies. Details mentioned in this job posting do not guarantee a specific salary, benefits package, or employment terms. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process.

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About Maersk

A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world. For more information click here. All the way.