Chief Accountant (f/m)

Raffles Hotels & Resorts; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Raffles Europejski Warsaw seeks a Chief Accountant to support the Director of Finance in maintaining the highest standards of financial governance, accuracy and compliance.

You will oversee daily accounting operations, manage month-end/year-end closings, and ensure VAT/CIT and tax payments are completed on time while upholding strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Significant accounting experience including senior or leadership roles.
• Excellent knowledge of Polish accounting and tax regulations (VAT, CIT, withholding tax, JPK_CIT and KSeF).
• Experience with statutory reporting and month- and year-end closing processes.
• Experience with external auditors, tax authorities and banks.
• Strong internal controls and segregation of duties.
• Professional proficiency in Polish and English.
• Advanced Excel skills and accounting systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Accounting Department, coordinate statutory and tax reporting, manage month-end and year-end closing, and maintain effective internal controls.
• Lead, motivate and develop the Accounting Team, fostering collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Accounting Department, ensuring an accurate and efficient workflow.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes in line with the timetable.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and month-end Profit and Loss reports.
• Oversee VAT, CIT and withholding tax settlements, as well as JPK_CIT and KSeF compliance.
• Ensure timely preparation, submission and payment of statutory declarations, taxes and public-law liabilities.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, accounting provisions, payroll postings and fixed asset records.
• Review and approve accounting transactions, journal entries, supplier invoices, credit notes and payments.
• Investigate variances and resolve issues promptly.
• Coordinate documentation and activities related to audits.
• Maintain segregation of duties and robust internal controls.
• Liaise with tax authorities, external auditors, banks and other partners.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on processes.
• Ensure compliance with Polish accounting regulations, tax legislation and Company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Company Description

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is a collection of award-winning luxury hotels located in vibrant destinations around the world. Unique with its own distinct personality, each Raffles hotel distinguishes itself with the highest standards of product and service.

Company Description

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is a collection of award-winning luxury hotels located in vibrant destinations around the world. Unique with its own distinct personality, each Raffles hotel distinguishes itself with the highest standards of product and service.

Raffles Europejski Warsaw, a beloved icon sitting proudly on Royal Route in the heart of Warsaw, delivers the new chapter of luxury in its extraordinary history that spans over 160 years.

The lovingly restored and reinvented hotel has 106 timeless elegant guest rooms with 24-hour Butler service, signature Europejski Grill restaurant, legendary Long Bar, a century-old heritage patisserie Lourse Warszawa, and a revitalizing oasis Raffles Spa.

It also acts as a showcase for the best modern Polish art, with Hotel Europejski Art Collection.

We offer excellent career development and growth opportunities for our Colleagues who have the talent, dedication, drive, and passion to be part of a leading global luxury hospitality brand.

Job Description

As Chief Accountant, you will support the Director of Finance and Business Support in maintaining the highest standards of financial governance, accuracy and compliance.

• You will oversee the daily operations of the Accounting Department, coordinate statutory and tax reporting, manage month-end and year-end closing, and maintain effective internal controls. You will also create a collaborative environment in which colleagues feel trusted, supported and inspired to grow.
• Your key responsibilities
• Lead, motivate and develop the Accounting Team, fostering collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Accounting Department, ensuring an accurate and efficient workflow.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes in line with the agreed timetable.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and month-end Profit and Loss reports.
• Oversee VAT, CIT and withholding tax settlements, as well as JPK_CIT and KSeF compliance.
• Ensure the timely preparation, submission and payment of statutory declarations, taxes and public-law liabilities.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, accounting provisions, payroll postings and fixed asset records.
• Review and approve accounting transactions, journal entries, supplier invoices, credit notes and payments.
• Investigate financial variances and ensure that any identified issues are resolved promptly.
• Coordinate documentation and activities related to internal and external audits.
• Maintain appropriate segregation of duties and a robust internal control environment.
• Liaise with tax authorities, external auditors, banks and other key partners.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the hotel’s accounting processes.
• Ensure compliance with Polish accounting regulations, tax legislation and Company policies.

Qualifications

• A university degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline.
• Significant professional accounting experience, including experience in a senior or team leadership position.
• Excellent knowledge of Polish accounting and tax regulations, particularly VAT, CIT, withholding tax, JPK_CIT and KSeF.
• Practical experience in statutory reporting and managing month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Experience working with external auditors, tax authorities and banks.
• A strong understanding of internal controls, financial compliance and segregation of duties.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop an accounting team.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to meet demanding deadlines.
• Professional proficiency in Polish and English.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with accounting systems.