Financial Controller (w/m/x)

CC2026 Avio Polska Sp. z o.o.; Bielsko-Biała; On-site; PLN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Hybrid work model

Private medical care

Annual bonus

Generali group insurance

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Finance Controller to oversee accounting operations for two Polish entities, Avio Polska and Polonia Aero, ensuring IFRS reporting and Polish regulatory compliance. The role collaborates with centralized service teams and external auditors to maintain accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree with professional qualifications like ACCA or Biegły Rewident, can travel, and communicates fluently in Polish and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent knowledge.
• Public Cert Auditor/Accountant (Biegły Rewident) or ACCA certification would be an asset.
• Willing to travel for a short period.
• Fluent in Polish and English.
• EU Work Permit.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing accounting operations and coordinating with centralized service teams (AP, Cash, Fixed Assets, FX, Transfer Pricing).
• Ensuring timely statutory filings compliant with Polish regulations.
• Overseeing tax settlements and liaising with tax authorities and advisors.
• Preparing group reporting package under IFRS.
• Leading Stat to GAP/IFRS reconciliation process.
• Cooperating with external and internal auditors.
• Participating in monthly, quarterly and year-end closings.
• Participating in government grant processes and settlements.
• Harmonizing processes with Avio Aero and GE Aerospace HQ.
• Acting as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Skills

Polish language

English language

Financial accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

ACCA/Biegły Rewident or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description Summary

In this role you will be responsible for technical accounting and tax compliance, financial and operational internal controls, and process simplification to deliver accurate financial reporting and analysis for two Polish entities: Avio Polska and Polonia Aero. You will apply best practices, understand how your area integrates with other functions, and stay aware of market dynamics and what differentiates us from our competitors.

Essential Responsibilities

• Overseeing accounting operations and maintaining effective collaboration with centralized service teams (AP, Cash, Fixed Assets, FX, and Transfer Pricing), including leading regular meetings and checkpoints.
• Ensuring that all statutory regulatory filings are completed timely and efficient manner and in compliance with Polish regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing tax settlements, liaising with tax authorities, and cooperating with tax advisors, while providing overall supervision of tax-related activities.
• Preparation of group reporting package under IFRS.
• Leading the Stat to GAP/IFRS reconciliation process.
• Cooperation with external and internal auditors.
• Participation in monthly, quarterly and year-end closing process.
• Participation in process of obtaining, managing and settling of government grant.
• Increasing a key focal role for Controllership, improving the operational efficiency and speeding up the technical harmonization and process alignment with Avio Aero parent Company and GE Aerospace HQ.
• Acting as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent knowledge
• A qualification as a Public Certified Auditor/Accountant (Biegły Rewident) or ACCA certification would be an asset
• Willing to travel for a short period
• Fluent in Polish and English.
• EU Work Permit

Desired Characteristics

• Financial reporting experience in industrial multinational environment and/or big 4 audit firms.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and Polish accounting standards (PAS); US GAAP knowledge will be a plus.
• Strong knowledge of tax regulations, including transfer pricing rules.
• Experience in statutory financial statements and group reporting package preparation.
• Clear communication skill – ability to articulate problems and solutions at different levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience of managing relationships in a complex matrix environment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrated commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Advance computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite (excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
• ERP systems knowledge (SAP).

We offer

• Flexible work schedule and hybrid work model
• Co-financing sport activities
• Private medical care
• Discretionary awards
• Jubilee awards
• Holiday bonus
• Christmas bonus
• Annual bonus
• Santa Claus vouchers for employees' children
• Subsidizing summer camps / winter camps / green schools for employees' children
• Cash rewards under the employee suggestion system
• Generali group insurance - the basic variant of life insurance and accident insurance fully financed by the employer with the option of insuring family members
• Active employee groups: Women's Network, Volunteers, Health Ahead, Sustainability Network, Disability Advocacy Network, Ambassadors

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

About GE Aerospace

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.