GL Accountant

Michael Page; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (4 office days per月)

European SSC exposure

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a General Ledger Accountant to join a growing international Shared Services Centre. You will own GL activities, support month-end close, and help drive improvements across finance operations.

The role requires 2–5 years in accounting (GL/RtR), strong Excel skills, and English at least B2. A hybrid work setup is offered with 4 office days per month across European locations.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of accounting experience in GL/RtR.
• Experience in SSC/BPO is an advantage.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
• Very good command of English (B2+).
• Detail-oriented with analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accurate entries.
• Prepare and review journal entries for financial records.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate differences.
• Support month-end close processes and reporting.
• Prepare documentation for audits and internal records.
• Contribute to process improvements and knowledge transfer.

Skills

English (B2+)

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Job description

We are looking for a General Ledger Accountant to join a growing team in an international Shared Services environment. In this role, you will take ownership of general ledger accounting activities, support month-end close processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations.

Our client is a global organization operating through a modern Global Shared Services Centre that provides finance and business support services across multiple European entities.

Description

• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accounting entries are recorded accurately.
• Prepare and review journal entries to support complete and timely financial records.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate differences to maintain data accuracy.
• Support month-end closing activities by preparing required accounting information.
• Review ledger balances and resolve identified posting issues.
• Prepare documentation that supports financial reporting and internal records.
• Work with Accounting & Finance colleagues to clarify accounting data and close open items.Prepare financial statements and periodic financial reports
• Perform general ledger postings and maintain accounting records
• Manage fixed assets, accruals, and other accounting entries
• Reconcile general ledger accounts with sub-ledgers
• Confirm and reconcile balances and transactions within group companies
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and accounting standards
• Prepare documentation for internal and external audit purposes
• Create, review, and update process documentation
• Participate in process improvement and optimization projects
• Cooperate closely with other finance teams, business units, and external partners
• Support knowledge transfer and transition projects from other European locations

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 2-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within General Ledger / RtR processes
• Previous experience in a Shared Services Centre (SSC) or Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) environment is an advantage
• Good knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel
• Very good command of English (minimum B2 level)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic international environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Job Offer

• Hybrid working model with only 4 office days per month (2 consecutive days twice per month)