Chief Accountant - Poland (Prague office)

We are looking for an experienced Chief Accountant with a good knowledge of Polish accounting standards and accounting legislation, Polish language proficiency at C1/C2 level, Czech language proficiency at B1/B2 level and residence in Prague to take full responsibility for the accounting of a company based in Poland.

Work location: Prague office

Possibility of hybrid working – partial home office

Possibility of full-time or part-time employment, or freelance cooperation.

Key Responsibilities

• Taking full responsibility for the accounting of the Polish entity in accordance with Polish accounting legislation
• Processing and reviewing accounting transactions in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Preparing the annual financial statements and supporting documentation for the annual report
• Maintaining VAT records, preparing VAT returns, and ensuring their timely submission
• Processing payroll
• Maintaining fixed asset records and accounting for fixed assets
• Accounting for and monitoring inventory using the perpetual inventory method (Method A).
• Ensuring the accuracy of accounting records and the timely closing of accounting periods
• Working closely with the Finance Director and other colleagues within the Finance Department
• Liaising and cooperating with external advisors, auditors, and other relevant partners in Poland
• Supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of accounting processes in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial accounting, incl. minimum 2 years in a Chief Accountant role
• Secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Good knowledge of Polish accounting standards and accounting legislation
• Knowledge of Polish payroll legislation
• Practical experience with inventory accounting using Method A
• Experience in preparing financial statements and tax returns.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is an advantage.
• Polish language proficiency at C1/C2 level
• Czech language proficiency at B1/B2 level
• Residence in Prague and willingness to work occasionally from Prague office

Požadované vzdělání

• Středoškolské nebo odborné vyučení s maturitou

Požadovaný jazyk a jeho úroveň

• Čeština - Středně pokročilá
• Polština - Výborná