Financial Controller (Warsaw)

Fresha; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 133,920 - 223,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary between 12,000 – 20,000 PLN per month

Job summary

Fresha in Warsaw is looking for a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance. The role requires 5+ years of experience in finance and accounting, with proficiency in SQL and Excel. Responsibilities include reviewing financial records, preparing statements, and supporting strategic planning.

The position includes a four-day in-office and one-day remote schedule, offering a salary between 12,000 – 20,000 PLN per month along with a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in SQL for financial data management and analysis.
• Exceptional analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Review financial records, ensuring accuracy.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Prepare financial statements and analyses for leadership.

Skills

Financial analysis

SQL proficiency

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills (English)

Education

Financial education background

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Position Overview

Financial Controller – reporting to the VP of Finance Operations – responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic decision‑making at Fresha. The role is based in Warsaw, Poland (Central Tower, Aleje Jerozolimskie 81, 02-001, Warszawa) with a four‑day in‑office, one‑day remote schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with external accounting and audit service providers to maintain compliance and operational excellence.
• Review financial records, cost invoices, and bank transactions to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Conduct detailed reviews of profit and loss (P&L) accounts, including identifying and addressing discrepancies such as missing invoices, prepayments, or accruals.
• Oversee month‑end and year‑end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Oversee a reconciliation process of balance sheet accounts, including cash, prepayments, and accruals, to maintain financial accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and implement automation for efficiency.
• Utilize SQL to extract, analyze, and manage financial data to support decision‑making and process optimization.
• Write SQL queries to extract data from the BI system.
• Coordinate financial activities across multiple global entities.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards and tax regulations for each entity.
• Prepare and present financial statements and analyses to senior leadership.
• Support strategic planning and budgeting processes through financial insights and forecasting.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Financial education background.
• Proficiency in SQL for financial data management and analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and experience with financial systems or ERP software.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Very good knowledge of English.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Nice to have: audit experience.
• Additional bonus: bilingual fluency in English and another language.

Benefits

• Salary: 12,000 – 20,000 PLN per month

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Fresha, we are creating a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel comfortable. We want all Fresha people to feel included and truly empowered to contribute fully to our vision and goals. Everyone who applies will receive fair consideration for employment.

We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.

If you have any accessibility requirements that would make you more comfortable during the interview process and/or once you join, please let us know so that we can support you.