Lead Accountant

Come Innovate Motion with Us

Currently we are seeking a Lead Accountant to coordinate and support all financial accounting related activities of our Będzin plant in Poland. The position will also contribute to key finance initiatives, including support for ongoing investment and process improvement projects, supporting the company’s future growth within the Johnson Electric Group.

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Manage overall financial accounting functions of the site and perform reviews to ensure compliance with HK IFRS, external audits and internal SOPs

• Coordinate timely monthly closing process and general ledger account reconciliations

• Support tax compliance processes and ensure timely and accurate reporting

• Partner closely with Plant Financial Controller to prepare accurate monthly financial statements

• Leading and implementing initiatives and projects aimed at improving financial accounting systems and processes

• Cooperate with auditors, tax authorities and external advisors

• Maintain close collaboration with internal tax and transfer pricing experts

• Support and guide junior team members where applicable

• Support compliance with local accounting and tax regulations (e.g. VAT, statutory reporting)

Our requirements:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior accounting role (lead experience is an advantage)

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes

• Fluent English language skills

• Highly self-organized, motivated and resilient personality

• Advanced communication and negotiation skills

• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) is an advantage

What we offer:

• Opportunity to gain exposure to international finance processes and system improvements

• Attractive remuneration, top industry compensation and benefits package

• A challenging and interesting role where you contribute to driving business success

• Great appreciation of entrepreneurial and out-of-the box thinking

• A truly international and multicultural work context

If you are interested in this challenging position, we are looking forward to receiving your CV in English.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.