Finance Reporting Manager SME (fixed-term contract)

Jacobs; Kraków; On-site; PLN 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Flexible benefits via MyBenefit

Support for you and your family

Holiday allowance

Hybrid/office work model

Job summary

Jacobs in Kraków is seeking a seasoned Finance professional to lead financial reporting under US GAAP and SOX, prepare quarterly 10-Q/8-K, and manage the annual 10-K with external auditors. You will supervise implementation of reporting controls and coordinate with US time-zone teams.

The role requires a CPA or equivalent, 5+ years in financial reporting, ERP/Hyperion experience, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant financial reporting experience in public accounting and/or a commercial business environment, ideally some supervisory experience.
• CPA license or equivalent (local CA/ACCA).
• Experience with currency translation and other technical accounting and reporting issues.
• Technical knowledge of SEC and/or other external reporting, US GAAP and SOX requirements and controls.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (especially MS Excel).
• Willingness to work late hours to align with US time zones.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of the Company’s quarterly SEC Forms 10-Q and 8-K and annual Form 10-K under US GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and assist other functions with financial reporting and disclosure matters.
• Manage the accounting for the Company’s defined benefit pension plans.
• Prepare monthly closing journal entries and reconciliations, and rollforwards.
• Assist in various statutory reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC requirements and SOX controls; test/review SOX controls.
• Manage external audit process.
• Develop and maintain policies for financial reporting and drive process improvements including automation.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Hyperion Financial Management

WDesk/Workiva

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we deliver projects that truly make a difference - from smart manufacturing and sustainable water systems to modern infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies. Our solutions support the development of cities, industries, and innovation, addressing today’s challenges both locally and globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of the Company’s quarterly SEC Forms 10-Q and 8-K (earnings release) and annual Form 10-K in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements
• Participate in cross functional projects and assist other functions with financial reporting and disclosure matters
• Management of the accounting for the Company’s defined benefit pension plans
• Prepare/review monthly closing journal entries and account reconciliations and rollforwards
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses, as requested
• Assist in various statutory reporting requirements
• Ensure all duties performed are in compliance with GAAP, Company policies and procedures, SEC reporting requirements, and Sarbanes‑Oxley Act requirements Responsible for testing and/or review for SOX requirements
• Manage external audit process
• Participate in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for financial reporting activities, and their continuous improvement process including automation and acceleration
• Drive process improvement and identify opportunities for cost savings

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• At least 5+ years of relevant financial reporting experience in public accounting and/or a commercial business environment, ideally some portion of supervisory experience
• CPA license or equivalent (local CA/ACCA)
• Experience with currency translation, and other technical accounting and reporting issues
• Technical knowledge and understanding of SEC and/or other external reporting, US GAAP and SOX requirements and controls
• Ability to demonstrate strong Microsoft Office skills (especially MS Excel)
• Ability and willingness to be flexible and work late hours, especially during month end and quarter end close, to allow successful cooperation with US time zone-based teams and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a large ERP system (ideally Oracle)
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management
• Experience with WDesk/Workiva
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with others, especially in a remote environment
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and external auditors
• Ability to work in a fast, dynamic environment, and prioritize competing priorities
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and process improvement skills.

Our offer

• Fixed‑term contract for 12‑months.
• A comprehensive benefits package private medical care, additional life insurance, flexible benefits selection via the MyBenefit platform, support for employees and their families in challenging life situations, and much more
• Holiday allowance (“Wczasy pod gruszą”)
• Flexible start times (between 730 AM and 1000 AM) and “short Fridays” (Monday–Thursday 8.5 hours, Friday 6 hours)
• Option to work from the office or in a hybrid model
• Learn more about our benefits and work culture here!

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Join us and build your career in an international environment, alongside people who are passionate about shaping the future.

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