Independent Accountant

CBRE; Polska; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate advisory firm in Poland is seeking a skilled accountant to manage comprehensive bookkeeping and prepare financial reports. This role requires at least 5 years of experience in accounting within the real estate sector, a degree in a relevant field, and proficiency in both Polish and English. The company offers a flexible work environment and a strong commitment to employee diversity and well-being.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for career development

Support programs for employees

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of the real estate sector is an advantage.
• Communicative knowledge of English (minimum B1) and fluent Polish (C1).

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive bookkeeping for real estate companies.
• Preparing financial statements and tax returns.
• Cooperating with other departments to ensure effective accounting services.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Tax preparation

MS Excel

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Higher education in Accounting or Finance

Tools

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Sage Symfonia

Job description

CBRE Advisory (CBRE sp. z o. o.) is a Polish company, part of CBRE Group, Inc.-the world's largest real estate and investment advisory firm, with 2024 revenues of $35.767 billion and over 140,000 employees. With over 500 offices in over 100 countries, CBRE serves investors and occupiers. CBRE's services include transaction and project management; property management; investment management; valuation; real estate leasing; strategic consulting; real estate sales; mortgage services; and development services.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

• Comprehensive bookkeeping for real estate companies
• Preparing reports for the Fund, Management Board, bank, and other institutions
• Preparing financial statements
• Preparing tax returns and JPK files
• Calculating corporate income tax, building tax, and deferred tax
• Analyzing the accounts and implementing the month-end closing procedure
• Cooperating with other departments at CBRE
• Preparing reports for the National Bank of Poland and the Central Statistical Office
• Contacting clients to ensure effective accounting services
• Support the audits
• Checking the accuracy of account balances and settlements with contractors
• Ongoing monitoring of legal and tax changes

WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Higher education in a specialized field (Accounting, Finance)
• Communicative knowledge of spoken and written English (minimum B1 level),
• Fluent Polish - min. C1 level
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar position; knowledge of the real estate sector will be an advantage
• Very good practical knowledge of accounting and tax issues
• Very good knowledge of MS Excel
• Ability to plan and organize one's own work, identify problems, and independently seek solutions
• Ability to be involved, work in a team, and support team members
• Responsibility, meticulousness, punctuality, communication skills, independence, and proactivity
• Positive attitude towards the environment and duties performed
• Experience in preparing reports
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) will be an advantage
• Knowledge of Sage Symfonia will be an advantage

WE OFFER:

At CBRE, you can pursue your career the way you want. Enjoy a flexible work environment and opportunities to work on a wide scale - in a friendly, collegial atmosphere, among supportive colleagues. We will encourage you to continuously develop and achieve your best results every day.

At CBRE, we respect and support the diversity of our employees.

We welcome applications from individuals representing different cultures, religions, and ethnicities, those identifying as LGBTIQ+, those of mature age, or those with disabilities.

The numerous support programs we offer address the needs of our employees.

Every member of our team has equal access to learning, development, and career opportunities. We prioritize employee well-being, physical and mental health, opportunities to take initiative and express opinions, recognition, and the opportunity to participate in community initiatives.

We are proud of the trust placed in us, and for the tenth time, CBRE Group was named Most Ethical Company in 2024, and CBRE was included in Forbes' 2024 Best Employers Ranking.

In 2025, our HR activities and the team responsible for them received the HR Quality Award from the Association of HR Practitioners (SPHR).

We are a signatory to the Diversity Charter and have been recognized by the Responsible Business Forum with an entry on the Diversity in Check 2024 list of employers most advanced in diversity management and inclusion in Poland.