Senior Accountant (m/f/d)

ib vogt GmbH; Województwo dolnośląskie; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Possibility to work flexibly

International working environment

Development opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

ib vogt GmbH is seeking a Senior Accountant in Poland to support the transition from outsourced to in-house accounting. You will manage general ledger activity, month-end closings, and financial reporting across subsidiaries within a truly international environment.

You will coordinate tax compliance, support audits, and help optimize accounting processes with ERP systems and advanced Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree or professional qualification (ACCA, CPA) is an advantage.
• 3–5+ years in accounting/finance, senior role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Polish accounting and tax regulations, IFRS.
• Proven month-end/year-end closings, financial reporting and audits.
• ERP proficiency; Dynamics 365 BC is a plus; advanced Excel.
• Upper-intermediate English; German is an advantage; international work.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day general ledger activities and accurate postings.
• Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Manage bank, intercompany, and other balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee payment runs and supplier invoices; ensure approvals and timing.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, IFRS, and policies.
• Coordinate VAT, CIT, and WHT filings with tax advisors.
• Support annual audit processes and respond to auditor queries.
• Assist in developing and improving accounting processes and ERP use.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting; collaborate with teams.

Skills

English (upper-intermediate)

German (advantage)

Independent working

Analytical skills

Excel (Advanced)

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree or ACCA/CPA (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

ERP systems

Job description

Established in 2002, ib vogt GmbH is specialized in the Development, Design and Engineering, Financing, EPC and Operation of solar power and provides turnkey solar power plant solutions to investors internationally.

As a manufacturer-independent integrated developer, the company focuses on tailor‑made solar power plant solutions that maximize lifecycle performance and returns.

Since 2009, ib vogt has commissioned plants with a capacity of almost 2 Gigawatt. We employ over 840 specialists, in all areas of the solar power plant value chain in over 40 countries. The company operates internationally from offices in Spain Germany, Italy, Netherlands, France, Poland, USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Panama, India and South East Asia.

Welcome to our Accounting Team!

As a Senior Accountant, you will be a key contributor to the smooth running of our accounting function in Poland, ensuring accurate financial records and timely reporting across our subsidiaries. In addition to managing core accounting activities, you will help shape and optimise our processes as we transition from outsourced to in-house accounting.

Key responsibilities:

• Handle day-to-day general ledger activities, ensuring accurate and timely accounting entries in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
• Manage bank, intercompany, and other balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner
• Handle payment runs and oversee the processing of supplier invoices and employee expenses, ensuring accuracy, appropriate approvals, and compliance with agreed payment terms and internal procedures
• Ensure compliance with local accounting and tax regulations, IFRS requirements, and company policies
• Coordinate tax compliance activities, including VAT, CIT, and WHT filings, in cooperation with external tax advisors and relevant internal teams
• Coordinate the annual audit process, including preparation of audit schedules, responding to auditor queries, and following up on audit findings
• Support the Finance Manager in developing, implementing, and continuously improving accounting processes and procedures, particularly as the company transitions from outsourced to in-house accounting
• Contribute to the annual budgeting and forecasting process
• Manage the day-to-day use of the ERP system, ensuring data accuracy and reconciliations, and identify opportunities for process and system improvements.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Master’s degree and/or professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA) is an advantage

Accounting & Technical Expertise

• 3-5+ years of accounting or finance experience, including a senior accounting role, ideally within a corporate or multinational environment
• Strong knowledge of Polish accounting and tax regulations, with a good understanding of IFRS
• Proven experience with month-end/year-end closings, financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is a plus
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis

Communication & Collaboration

• Upper-intermediate English with the ability to work effectively in an international environment; German is an advantage
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and collaborate with cross-functional and international teams

Analytical & Process Improvement Skills

• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Experience improving, standardising, or implementing accounting processes is an advantage.

• Possibility to work flexibly
• A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world
• An open-minded, friendly and highly motivated team
• Interesting and challenging tasks in a growing future-oriented industry
• Very good opportunities for professional and personal development
• Competitive remunerationand other benefits as per local markets

We know that no candidate ticks every box. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status.

We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we will do our best to support you.