Finance Specialist, General Ledger & Controlling

HAVI Logistics Business Services GmbH; Kraków; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HAVI Logistics Business Services GmbH in Kraków seeks a Finance Specialist to manage General Ledger & Controlling. You’ll ensure accurate financial records, lead month/quarter/year-end closings, and perform reconciliations across the GL and related accounts.

The role requires solid accounting knowledge, SAP finance experience, and strong analytical skills. Fluency in English and proactivity in a multinational team are essential for success.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Accounting or Finance within the R2R area.
• Solid, practical knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies and draw conclusions.
• Experience in month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities.
• Experience in balance sheet account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Strong SAP skills in finance modules; English at a very good level.
• Excellent user knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel, and problem solving.
• Ability to work in a worldwide affiliated group and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records within General Ledger per US GAAP.
• Lead month-, quarter-, and year-end closing activities.
• Perform and maintain balance sheet reconciliations regularly.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances and discrepancies.
• Prepare and post journal entries; calculate accruals and prepayments.
• Perform fixed assets accounting including capitalization, depreciation, disposals.
• Investigate and resolve cross-functional issues with AP, AR, and Treasury.
• Support audits with required documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies; suggest improvements.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Financial analysis

SAP FI/CO

Excel

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Finance Specialist, General Ledger & Controlling

Full/Part-time: Full time

Job Category: Finance

City: Krakow

HAVI is a global, privately owned company focused on innovating, optimizing and managing the supply chains of leading brands. Offering services in marketing analytics, packaging, supply chain management and logistics, HAVI partners with companies to address challenges big and small across the supply chain, from commodity to customer. Founded in 1974, HAVI employs more than 10,000 people and serves customers in more than 100 countries. HAVI’s supply chain services are complemented by the customer engagement services offered by our affiliated company The Marketing Store. For more information, please visit HAVI.com.

Our Global Business Services (GBS) center was launched in 2019. We handle top-notch financial, planning, and supply chain services, actively supporting core business activities including master data management, end-to-end procurement, and supply chain business intelligence analysis for clients in over 30 countries across Europe and beyond. Our teams in Kraków and Katowice focus on efficiency, innovation, and digital transformation, always aiming to exceed our clients’ expectations.

Join us in our mission to promote sustainable development and reduce our environmental footprint. Work in a diverse and inclusive environment where every voice matters. Discover endless career opportunities with exciting projects, hands-on learning, and professional growth.

Come aboard and help us shape the future of supply chain management!

Finance Specialist, General Ledger & Controlling

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records and accounting operations within the General Ledger area in compliance with US GAAP
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities
• Perform and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations on a regular basis
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and potential discrepancies
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Calculate, review, and post accruals and prepayments
• Perform fixed assets accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals
• Identify, investigate, and resolve cross-functional issues involving Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and corporate guidelines
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Desired Skills & Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in Accounting or Finance within R2R area
• Solid, practical knowledge of accounting principles
• Strong ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and draw logical conclusions with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities
• Experience in balance sheet account reconciliations and financial analysis
• Strong SAP skills in finance modules
• English at a very good level
• Excellent user knowledge of MS Office applications, especially Excel
• Good problem-solving skills
• Open-minded approach to teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and changing priorities
• High level of proactiveness and self-reliance
• Proactive attitude and continuous improvement mindset
• Experience in working in a worldwide acting affiliated group
• Possibility of turning your own ideas into success
• Varied and interesting field of work
• Responsible task with plenty of leeway
• Collegial working atmosphere
• Cooperation with a dynamic team
• Attractive remuneration models with performance-related payFlat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Successful and rapidly growing employer
• Comprehensive, individual familiarization with the work
• Diverse development opportunities in an international environment
• Training according to training schedule and training regulations in the relevant specialist field

At HAVI GBS, we believe in an inclusive and sustainable workplace where our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to promoting diversity within the organization, as well as an inclusive environment where everyone can feel valued and respected, regardless of their background.