Chief Accountant

Rockwool; Poland; On-site; PLN 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office subsidy

Private Medical Care

Extra Day Off for voluntary activities

Job summary

Rockwool is seeking a Chief Accountant to manage accounting processes for its Polish entity in Poznań. You will ensure compliance with the Polish Accounting Act and local tax regulations while supporting financial reporting.

This independent position involves managing AP/AR, general ledger, and preparing financial statements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and report to management, ensuring the accuracy of financial data. A master's degree and 3-4 years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Polish accounting and tax regulations.
• 3-4 years of experience as Chief Accountant in a manufacturing company.
• Strong knowledge of statutory reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations of the Polish legal entity.
• Prepare financial statements and ensure accuracy.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to management.

Skills

Polish GAAP

Tax laws

Analytical skills

ERP systems (Comarch)

MS Excel

Fluent in Polish and English

Education

Master's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

We are looking for a Chief Accountant with solid experience in Polish accounting and tax regulations. This role is based in our Poznań team and focuses on end-to-end accounting for a Polish legal entity, ensuring full compliance with the Polish Accounting Act and local tax requirements, while supporting both local and group financial reporting.

What you will be doing

This is an independent Accountant role with end-to-end responsibility for accounting processes. This position offers a mix of local and international group accounting exposure and an opportunity to contribute to a transition period, including the redevelopment of the Comarch solution.

• Manage all accounting operations of the Polish legal entity in line with the Polish Accounting Act
• Handle daily inquiries related to general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, accruals, and fixed assets
• Oversee general ledger, AP/AR, fixed assets, payroll accounting
• Calculate and evaluate the accruals and provisions
• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules and coordinate with Controlling Team all investments
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings on time in accordance with local accounting standards and company policies
• Prepare and ensure accuracy for financial statements, VAT/CIT/PIT returns, and other regulatory reports
• Ensure accurate reconciliations between accounts, tax returns, and group reporting
• Support monthly reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Conduct variance analysis incl. KPI reporting and provide financial insights to management
• Align local financial statements with global reporting standards
• Coordinate statutory audits with external auditors
• Monitor changes in Polish tax legislation and assess their impact on the company
• Support transfer pricing documentation and reporting obligations
• Maintain and improve internal controls, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and act as a finance partner to the business

What you bring

• Master's degree in accounting or finance
• 3-4 years of experience as the Chief Accountant in a manufacturing company
• Strong knowledge of Polish GAAP, tax laws, and statutory reporting requirements
• Fluent in Polish and English (written and spoken)
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Comarch would be a plus) and MS Excel
• Strong analytical skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment

What we offer

By joining our team, you become a part of a people‑centric work environment. Our compensation package on employment contracts includes:

• An office‑first approach: home office is available up to 2 days per week
• Adaptable Hours: start your workday anytime between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM
• Home office subsidy
• Private Medical Care
• Multi‑kafeteria MyBenefit
• Wellbeing program
• Extra Day Off for voluntary activities