Finance Manager (Interim 9-12 months)

Paris Tobacco Company; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Annual bonuses

Holiday gifts

International exposure

Professional development

Job summary

Paris Tobacco Company is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the finance team. The role covers accounting operations, statutory reporting, tax compliance and closing processes in Poland, with close collaboration with senior management and cross-functional teams.

You will oversee GL, AP/AR, fixed assets, tax reporting, audits, and internal controls while driving process improvements and team development in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance or accounting roles, including managerial experience.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, financial modeling, and budgeting.
• Strong knowledge of Polish accounting principles and reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with VAT, CIT, WHT and transfer pricing in Poland and EU.
• Experience with month-end and year-end closing and audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations including planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing; prepare statutory statements and management reports.
• Manage accounting operations: GL, AP/AR, fixed assets, inventory, intercompany and reconciliations.
• Monitor budgets, cash flow, liquidity, and working capital; identify variances and opportunities.
• Coordinate audits and ensure compliance with accounting, tax and financial regulations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Navision

Excel

Word

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our Finance team. This is a hands-on management position with responsibility for the company’s accounting operations, statutory reporting, tax compliance and financial closing processes.

The role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior management and cross-functional teams in an international and dynamic business environment, while taking ownership of key accounting processes and ensuring compliance with Polish regulations and company policies.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee financial operations, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis, providing insights and recommendations to Management.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes and prepare timely management reports, statutory financial statements and supporting analyses.
• Take a hands-on role in accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, fixed assets, inventory, intercompany transactions and reconciliations, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and Group policies.
• Monitor and manage budgets, cost control, cash flow, liquidity and working capital, identifying variances, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of statutory, tax and regulatory reports for Polish entities, including VAT, CIT, WHT and transfer pricing.
• Coordinate external and internal audits, including preparation of supporting documentation, communication with auditors and advisers, and follow-up on findings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting, tax and financial regulations, monitor regulatory changes and update finance policies and procedures accordingly.
• Maintain and improve financial systems, processes and internal controls, ensuring data accuracy and effective cooperation with IT, Group Finance and other stakeholders.
• Lead and develop the finance team, providing guidance, training and performance management, while remaining hands-on in operational finance activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Proven experience in finance or accounting roles, including managerial experience.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, financial modeling, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with financial systems and software applications (Navision will be big advantage).
• Strong knowledge of Polish accounting principles, financial reporting requirements, and Polish and EU tax regulations.
• Strong practical knowledge of VAT, CIT, excise and other relevant tax requirements.
• Proven experience in month-end and year-end closing, statutory reporting, reconciliations, and audit processes.
• Experience with KSeF and JPK reporting requirements in Poland will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken (B2/C1 at least).
• Hands-on experience working in a lean finance environment, with the ability to independently manage accounting activities and take ownership of accounting processes.
• Experience supervising or coordinating accounting team members and/or shared services teams.
• Strong analytical, organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Driving licence (Category B) (working on site from the office in Wiktorów pow. wołomiński).

What we offer:

• Stable employment with salary growth aligned to skills development and performance (Interim 9-12 months)
• opportunity to join private medical care,
• annual bonuses and holiday gifts,
• strong exposure to a dynamic, international sales environment,
• real influence on financial processes and business decisions in a hands-on role,
• opportunities for professional development and continuous skills enhancement,
• direct collaboration with senior management and cross-functional teams.

About us:

Paris Tobacco Company is building a brand with a lasting legacy and a positive impact on current and future generations. We operate in the lifestyle products and services sector, focusing on developing our portfolio, strengthening our brands and creating innovative solutions through new ideas and research.

We are a growing, international organisation where employees have the opportunity to take ownership, work closely with senior management and have a direct impact on the development of the business.