GL Accounting Intern (Payables & Payroll)

Guardian Industries; Katowice; On-site; PLN 17,856 - 29,016; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Glass in Katowice, Poland, is seeking a GL Accountant Intern (Payables & Payroll) to join our finance team. You will support AP and payroll processes, process accounting documents, and prepare GL journal entries in line with company policies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; knowledge of GL, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close; strong Excel skills and English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting processes related to Accounts Payable (AP) and Payroll activities.
• Process accounting documents and prepare General Ledger (GL) journal entries in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare and maintain monthly accruals and other closing entries.
• Perform account reconciliations related to expenses, liabilities, and payroll accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during reconciliation activities.
• Support month-end close activities and ensure timely completion of financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare financial reports, analyses, and supporting documentation for internal stakeholders.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing required schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Collect, verify, maintain, and archive accounting records in compliance with company procedures and internal controls.
• Collaborate with finance and business teams to resolve accounting issues and explain account balances and transactions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, accuracy, and standardization within accounting processes.

Job description

Your Job

Guardian Glass is seeking a GL Accountant Intern (Payables & Payroll) to join our finance team in Katowice, Poland.

Our Team

You will join a diverse, motivated team that values curiosity, accountability, and collaboration. Our culture encourages challenging the status quo, seeking long-term value creation, and working with respect and humility. We empower our employees to take initiative and grow through meaningful work.

What You Will Do

• Support accounting processes related to Accounts Payable (AP) and Payroll activities.
• Process accounting documents and prepare General Ledger (GL) journal entries in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare and maintain monthly accruals and other closing entries.
• Perform account reconciliations related to expenses, liabilities, and payroll accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during reconciliation activities.
• Support month-end close activities and ensure timely completion of financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare financial reports, analyses, and supporting documentation for internal stakeholders.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing required schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Collect, verify, maintain, and archive accounting records in compliance with company procedures and internal controls.
• Collaborate with finance and business teams to resolve accounting issues and explain account balances and transactions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, accuracy, and standardization within accounting processes.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Payroll Accounting, or other finance/accounting functions.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and month-end close activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems/ERP platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Professional proficiency in English.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in a shared services, multinational, or global business environment.
• Knowledge of SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits.
• Understanding of payroll accounting processes and statutory requirements.
• Experience with process improvement, automation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Power Query, or reporting automation.
• Professional accounting certification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent), completed or in progress.
• Experience working with large volumes of financial transactions and complex account reconciliations.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Guardian Industries makes products that improve the quality of life. From glass that dramatically reduces energy usage and increases comfort in buildings, to automotive parts that enhance connectivity, we have a relentless focus on making better products and developing better solutions for our customers.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.