Junior Tax Specialist

Heilind Electronics GmbH; Kraków; On-site; PLN 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics company in Kraków is seeking a Tax Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to Polish tax regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field, along with at least one year of practical experience in tax. Fluency in Polish and good English skills are required. Responsibilities include preparing VAT returns, collaborating on tax matters, and staying updated on legislation changes.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in tax (especially VAT), accounting, or audit environment (minimum 1 year).
• Solid knowledge of Polish tax regulations: VAT, CIT, withholding tax.
• Fluency in Polish (spoken & written) and good command of English (minimum B2).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and submit VAT returns along with supporting documentation.
• Cooperate with operational teams on tax matters.
• Stay up to date with changes in tax legislation.
• Communicate with external tax advisors and tax authorities.
• Take part in projects implementing new legal requirements.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Law or related field

Job description

Overview

Ensure compliance with Polish tax regulations (VAT, CIT, withholding tax, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and submit VAT returns along with supporting documentation.
• Cooperate with operational teams on tax matters.
• Stay up to date with changes in tax legislation and reflect them in internal processes.
• Communicate with external tax advisors and tax authorities when required.
• Take part in projects implementing new legal requirements (e.g., KSeF, changes in JPK/SAF-T reporting).
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Law or related field
• Practical experience in tax (especially VAT), accounting, or audit environment (minimum 1 year).
• Solid knowledge of Polish tax regulations: VAT, CIT, withholding tax.
• Fluency in Polish (spoken & written) and good command of English (minimum B2)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with internal teams, external advisors and authorities
• Willingness to learn and take responsibility for assigned tasks.

Nice to have / Advantageous

• Experience in implementing new tax or regulatory processes (e.g. KSeF, JPK/SAF-T)
• Exposure to cross-border or international tax matters
• Experience working with tax authorities, audits or tax investigations