Chief Accountant (f/m)

Hotel Raffles Europejski Warsaw; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role

Process improvement

Collaboration with leaders

Accor network

Preferential rates

Competitive package

Job summary

Raffles Europejski Warsaw is seeking a Chief Accountant to support the Director of Finance and Business Support in upholding top financial governance and compliance.

You will lead the Accounting Department, coordinate statutory reporting, and manage month-end and year-end closings with a focus on accuracy and internal controls.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Significant accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Excellent knowledge of Polish accounting and tax regulations.
• Experience with statutory reporting and month-end/year-end closing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Accounting Team, driving collaboration and accountability.
• Oversee daily Accounting Department operations and internal controls.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes on schedule.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and monthly P&L reports.
• Manage VAT, CIT, withholding tax, and JPK_CIT/KSeF compliance.
• Ensure timely tax declarations and liaise with authorities and auditors.
• Review reconciliations, postings, invoices and payments for accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Financial governance

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

University degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

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• 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.
• 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.

To oferujemy

• A key leadership role within one of Warsaw’s most distinguished luxury hotels.
• The opportunity to shape and continuously improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Close collaboration with senior leaders and international stakeholders.
• A culture built on respect, inclusion, trust and genuine care.
• Professional development within Raffles and the international Accor network.
• Preferential rates and benefits across Accor hotels worldwide.
• A competitive employment package reflecting your experience and contribution.

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About Accor

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• 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.