Chief Accountant

ROCKWOOL Group; Poznań; On-site; PLN 133,920 - 178,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and permanent contract after probation

Development package and team-building events

Office-first approach with home office up to two days per week

Adaptable working hours

Home office subsidy

Private medical care

Cafeteria benefits (MyBenefit multikafeteria)

Wellbeing program and extra day off for voluntary activities

Job summary

ROCKWOOL Group in Poznań is seeking a Chief/Senior Accountant to manage accounting operations for a Polish legal entity. This professional will ensure compliance with the Polish Accounting Act and local tax requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in accounting or finance and 3-4 years of relevant experience, along with fluent Polish and English skills. The role offers a competitive salary, a permanent contract after probation, and a flexible working arrangement including home-office options.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience as a Chief Accountant in a manufacturing company.
• Strong knowledge of Polish GAAP, tax laws, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations of the Polish legal entity in line with the Polish Accounting Act.
• Prepare and ensure accuracy for financial statements, VAT/CIT/PIT returns, and other regulatory reports.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide financial insights to management.

Skills

Polish GAAP

Tax laws

Statutory reporting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Fluent in Polish

Fluent in English

Education

Master's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

We are looking for a Chief / Senior Accountant with solid experience in Polish accounting and tax regulations. The 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

• 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 a 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

• Competitive salary and permanent contract after the probation period
• Development package and team‑building events
• Office‑first approach: home office available up to two days per week
• Adaptable working hours between 7:00 and 9:00 AM
• Home office subsidy
• Private medical care and cafeteria benefits (MyBenefit multikafeteria)
• Wellbeing program and extra day off for voluntary activities

Our company is the world’s largest producer of stone‑wool insulation. You will work in an accessible, modern office in Poznań’s city centre.