Senior Accountant - General Ledger with German (w/m/d)

TÜV Rheinland Group; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Private medical care

Group insurance options

Employee development opportunities

International environment

Job summary

TÜV Rheinland Group in Katowice, Poland, invites an experienced accounting specialist to join our Shared Services Centre. You will support statutory financial statements, IFRS data, monthly closings, SAP journal postings, and intercompany reconciliations within an international finance team.

Fluent English and German (B2) and a university degree in finance or accounting are required. We offer a hybrid work model, annual bonus, private medical care, development opportunities, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
• +3 years of experience in similar position.
• Experience in international SSC/BPO environment.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Experience with process documentation is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory financial statements and IFRS data for reporting.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Post journals in SAP and monitor GL accounts.
• Reconcile fixed assets and intercompany transactions.
• Coordinate asset counts and liaise with auditors.
• Adhere to internal controls framework.

Skills

English (B2+)

German (B2+)

Accounting knowledge

SAP

MS Office

Education

University Degree in Finance/Accounting or Economics

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Service Functions/Cross Business Stream Functions

Behind every successful audit, certification, and inspection stands a strong team in our Service Functions. Whether HR, IT, Finance, Marketing, Controlling, Procurement, Facility Management, our Shared Service Centers, QHSE, Legal, Corporate Development, or Corporate Communication – they all contribute to ensuring that our operational units worldwide can achieve top performance.

We rely on innovative processes, digital solutions, and a strong corporate culture to support employees, create efficient structures, and enable sustainable growth. Our work is diverse, ranging from developing modern HR programs to optimizing global financial processes to ensuring the highest compliance and quality standards.

Shape the future of TÜV Rheinland with us!

In our Service Functions, you can contribute your expertise, optimize processes, and actively participate in shaping the company's future. We offer you an international, dynamic environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Become part of our strong network and help shape the world of tomorrow with us!

About Us

TÜV Rheinland is a leading global independent testing service provider with more than 150 years of experience and more than 24 000 employees all around the world. The independent experts stand for the quality and safety of people, technology, and the environment in nearly every sphere of personal activity as well as train people in a broad range of fields and industries.

TÜV Rheinland Polska has been present on the Polish market for almost 30 years. In 2018 a new chapter has started: TÜV Rheinland Europe Regional Shared Services Centre has opened in Katowice. At TÜV Rheinland RSSC we strive for excellence in everything we do. We have a passion for what we do. And we love what we do. Join the young and dynamically growing team of professionals. Join the company with long lasting tradition, firm values and a courage and vision for the future.

What tasks can you expect?

• Be an integral part of the accounting team and in regular contact with local finance, controlling and the Corporate Accounting Team based in Germany
• Preparing statutory financial statements and data for IFRS reporting package
• Support all aspects of the monthly/quarterly/annual closing process
• Preparing and posting journal entries in SAP
• Evaluate and perform various accounting transactions (I.e. IFRS 16)
• Monitoring GL accounts and preparing balance sheet reconciliations
• Reconcile and maintain fixed asset main and sub-ledger accounts
• Perform Fixed Assets related transactions (additions, disposals, scrapping, write-offs, transfers.)
• Arrange and coordinate regular fixed asset counts with local units
• Reconcile Intercompany transactions
• Liaising with external and internal auditors
• Execute internal controls and ensure compliance with the Internal Controls Framework
• Be an active member of one of five process groups, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Internal Controls and Audit Handling, Mergers and Acquisition, Automation/RPA
• Accurately and timely perform all activities, according to the guidelines received from the Team Leader and/or Lead Accountant
• Active participation in continuous improvement initiatives
• Creating and/or updating process documentation: desktop procedures and process maps

What skills and experiences should you have?

• Very good command of English and German (min. B2)
• University/ College Degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting or Economics
• +3 years of experience in similar position, ideally in an international SSC or BPO environment
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Experience with process documentation will be an asset
• Very good communication skills, customer focus and ability to work in the team
• SAP and MS Office knowledge

What can we offer to you?

• Stable job based on an employment contract
• Annual bonus
• Hybrid model of work (min. twice per week work from office) and flexible working hours
• A package of benefits available on the benefit platform - private medical care, co-financing of the sports card, discounts and shopping vouchers; the possibility of joining group insurance, accident insurance, additional compensations from the Company Social Benefits Fund based on the internal policies, Employee Assistance Program
• Work in a friendly, diverse and high-qualified team with positive and cooperative working atmosphere
• International environment and daily usage of foreign languages
• Real development opportunities
• Direct communication and no formal dress code
• Modern office with innovation space located in Katowice
• Employee referral program

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Benefits

• Positive working atmosphere: Isn't it tempting to work for an established, significant company with a rich heritage? Here's the even better news: we also want the work to be fun!
• Employee events: Building. Memories. Together. Various events for employees await you!
• Employee discounts: Exclusive employee offers at attractive conditions are just one of the great benefits we offer you. Please enquire about the details in a personal meeting.
• Remote working: Commuting is a time and mood killer, especially during rush hour. We offer remote work and welcome you to join our team regardless of your current location!
• Flexible working hours: Balancing your private and professional life is not always easy: family matters, personal needs, transport or simply your own energy cycle - our flexible working hours support you in this!
• Experienced and international teams: We welcome new talent, but are also proud of our many long-standing colleagues. Let your personal experience come together with our multicultural TÜV Rheinland experience to achieve something together!
• Insurance packages and health care: We are proud to save lives with our work. The physical and mental well-being of our employees is just as important to us! We would be happy to inform you about our insurance and health packages in a personal meeting
• Employee training and development: We live ‘Just right’ as the core of our corporate DNA. Constantly growing together and learning from each other is therefore a matter of course for us!