Senior Accountant - Asset Capitalisation

Aristocrat; Kraków; On-site; PLN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Aristocrat is seeking a Lead Accountant - Asset Capitalisation in Krakow to oversee end-to-end capitalisation of assets and capex projects. You will partner with Commercial Finance and software development teams to ensure proper capital vs expense treatment and strong governance across regions.

You will lead the fixed asset register, support month-end close, and drive process improvements, automation, and control enhancements in a global setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in financial accounting focusing on asset capitalisation and capex.
• Strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge related to PPE and intangible assets.
• Experience with accounting for large, multinational environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end asset capitalisation processes with timely recognition of capex.
• Oversee project accounting lifecycle including development assets, transfers and disposals.
• Manage fixed asset register integrity and audit readiness.
• Support month-end and year-end close with capitalisation journals and disclosures.
• Ensure IFRS/GAAP compliance and robust internal controls.

Skills

Asset capitalization

IFRS/GAAP knowledge

Fixed assets

Project accounting

Stakeholder management

Audit readiness

ERP systems (D365)

Capital governance

Process improvement

Education

CA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

D365 ERP

Job description

Join Aristocrat, a worldwide leader in gaming content and technology, on our mission to bring happiness to life through the power of play. Our team of more than 7,300 employees focuses on developing enjoyable and immersive experiences for millions of players across the globe. As a Lead Accountant - Asset Capitalisation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and governance of our capitalisation processes and fixed asset accounting. This position offers a remarkable chance to excel in a vibrant and ambitious workplace where your efforts will be recognized. If you're prepared to compete at a world-class standard and become part of a skilled team, this is the opportunity for you!

What You'll Do

• Lead end-to-end asset capitalisation processes, ensuring accurate and timely recognition of capital expenditure in line with accounting standards and internal policies
• Partner with Commercial Finance and software development teams to assess capital vs expense treatment, supporting consistent and well-governed decision-making
• Oversee project accounting lifecycle, including development assets, transfers, disposals, and depreciation
• Review and approve capitalisation assessments, applying judgement to complex or non-standard transactions
• Drive integrity of the fixed asset register, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and robust audit trails
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including capitalisation journals, reconciliations, and disclosures
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP requirements and internal controls, proactively identifying and mitigating risks
• Lead audit engagement for fixed assets and capex processes, providing clear documentation and resolving queries efficiently
• Partner with Procurement and Project teams to improve capital governance, including controls over project setup, tracking, and closure
• Identify and deliver process improvements, including automation opportunities and standardisation across regions
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior team members, building capability in asset accounting and capitalisation principles
• Deliver reporting and insights on capital expenditure, asset movements, and depreciation to support business decision-making

What We're Looking For

• 5 + years experience in financial accounting with strong exposure to asset capitalisation, fixed assets, and project accounting
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS/GAAP related to PPE, intangible assets, and capitalisation policies
• Demonstrated ability to apply judgement in complex capitalisation decisions and articulate outcomes to stakeholders
• Experience operating in a large, complex, or multinational environment with high volumes of capex
• Strong control approach with a track record of maintaining robust financial governance and audit readiness
• Proven ability to partner with non-finance stakeholders (e.g. Technology, Operations, Procurement)
• Experience driving process improvements, simplification, and automation within finance operations
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Confident communicator, able to influence senior stakeholders and provide clear, concise guidance
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. D365) and asset management modules preferred
• Qualified accountant (CA/CPA or equivalent)

We look forward to your application and the chance for you to add your impressive skills to our team. Together, we can reach great achievements and spread happiness through the power of play!

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. Aristocrat has three operating business units, spanning regulated land-based gaming (Aristocrat Gaming), social casino (Product Madness), and regulated online real-money gaming (Aristocrat Interactive). Our team of over 7,300 employees worldwide is united by our company's mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

Additional Information

Depending on the nature of your role, you may be required to register with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

Cette description de poste a pu être révisée et améliorée à l’aide d’outils d’assistance basés sur l’intelligence artificielle afin d’en accroître la clarté, la cohérence et l’inclusivité. Tout le contenu final, les exigences du poste et les décisions d’embauche demeurent soumis à l’examen et à l’approbation de personnes responsables chez Aristocrat.

Philosophie de rémunération

Nous offrons un programme complet de rémunération et d’avantages sociaux conçu pour demeurer concurrentiel sur le marché, soutenir votre bien-être et reconnaître votre contribution à notre réussite. Notre approche repose sur un principe de rémunération au rendement qui récompense l’impact individuel. Votre programme de rémunération sera déterminé en fonction de facteurs tels que vos compétences, votre expérience, vos qualifications et votre lieu de travail.

Selon votre poste et votre lieu de travail, vous pourriez être admissible à des primes et incitatifs annuels, à des avantages liés à la santé et au bien-être, à des congés rémunérés, à des régimes de retraite, à une couverture d’assurance ainsi qu’à d’autres avantages locaux ou prévus par la loi.

Les détails précis de la rémunération et des avantages associés à ce poste seront discutés au cours du processus de recrutement.