Finance Manager - Poland

Sungrow Europe; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 254,885 - 339,847; Full time

Job summary

Sungrow Europe is seeking a Finance Manager for its factory in Wrocław, Poland. The role includes managing comprehensive financial and tax responsibilities, developing financial systems, and leading a local finance team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or higher in Finance/Accounting, at least 8 years in finance (3 years in senior roles), and fluency in English and Chinese. Experience with SAP is essential, along with the flexibility to relocate to Wrocław. This position offers opportunities to drive improvements and operational initiatives within the company.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of finance experience in large-scale manufacturing, including 3+ years in senior financial management.
• In-depth knowledge of EU/International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), local tax policies, and labor laws.
• Experience in establishing finance functions from inception or greenfield project setup.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial and tax management for Poland factory.
• Drive financial performance and operational integrity.
• Develop financial management systems tailored to operational needs.
• Manage annual budgeting and performance tracking.
• Optimize cost control systems and identify savings opportunities.
• Implement and optimize ERP systems like SAP.
• Build and mentor a local finance team.
• Oversee key operational initiatives and projects.

Skills

Financial management

Tax compliance

ERP systems implementation (SAP)

Budgeting and variance analysis

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability and learning agility

Fluent in English and Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Your mission

• Lead the comprehensive financial and tax management for our Poland factory, overseeing accounting, taxation, and financial planning.
• Drive financial performance and ensure the integrity of financial operations as a strategic business partner.
• Develop and enhance financial and tax management systems tailored to the plant's operational needs.
• Manage annual budgeting, track performance, and provide actionable insights through detailed variance analysis.
• Establish and optimize cost control systems, identifying savings opportunities and supporting implementation of improvements.
• Champion the implementation and optimization of ERP systems like SAP for financial and cost modules, ensuring local statutory compliance.
• Build, train, and mentor a strong local finance team, fostering continuous learning in financial and business knowledge.
• Oversee major operational initiatives and key projects for the subsidiary, ensuring successful execution and coordination.

Your profile

• Hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field, with professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CMA) being highly preferred.
• Possess a minimum of 8 years of finance experience in large‑scale manufacturing, including at least 3 years in a senior overseas financial management role.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of EU/International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), local tax policies, and labor laws.
• Have experience in greenfield project setup or building a finance function from inception.
• Exhibit excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills, coupled with strong learning agility and adaptability.
• Be fluent in both English and Chinese (C2 level) as working languages.
• Have hands‑on experience with SAP and be willing to relocate and work long‑term in the Wroclaw area of Poland.