Hybrid Global IFRS Close Specialist & Audit Liaison

Schaeffler; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical care

Dental care

Sports card

Life insurance

Mental Comfort Program

Cafeteria Platform

CSR activities

Integration events

Passion Clubs

Job summary

Schaeffler in Wroclaw is seeking a finance professional to own the monthly close and IFRS/GAAP reporting for Schaeffler AG. You will coordinate with Accounting Europe and various departments, preparing annual and quarterly financials and serving as the main contact during audits.

The role emphasizes process optimization, cross-border collaboration with the Germany team, and engagement in financing-related projects. Hybrid work in Poland is offered.

Qualifications

• Fluent English language skills are required.
• German language knowledge is a strong advantage.
• Polish language knowledge is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex topics clearly to stakeholders.
• Audit experience in a Big Four firm is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the monthly close process and reporting for Schaeffler AG in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP (HGB).
• Review and validate financial data in close coordination with Accounting Europe and relevant departments.
• Coordinate and prepare the annual financial statement package under HGB with the team responsible for consolidated statements.
• Prepare and align quarterly management reviews with the CFO.
• Act as main contact for the group auditor during the audit process.
• Drive development and optimization of the close process and related processes.
• Support projects related to financing/refinancing measures and other topics affecting Schaeffler AG.
• Handle ad hoc requests within Corporate Accounting.
• Work closely with the core team in Germany and independently develop proposed solutions.

Skills

English fluency

German language

Polish language

Strong communication

Big Four audit experience

Willingness to travel

Education

Business Administration degree (Accounting/Finance/Controlling)

Job description

Schaeffler in Wroclaw is seeking a finance professional to own the monthly close and IFRS/GAAP reporting for Schaeffler AG. You will coordinate with Accounting Europe and various departments, preparing annual and quarterly financials and serving as the main contact during audits.

The role emphasizes process optimization, cross-border collaboration with the Germany team, and engagement in financing-related projects. Hybrid work in Poland is offered.