Senior Financial Controller – GL Improvement, Projects

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. Take ownership of selected accounting, reconciliation, close or process issues .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeWarsaw • PolandSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in GL Accounting, Month-End Close, and Reconciliations while effectively collaborating with stakeholders across multiple entities. Possesses a root-cause mindset and the ability to deliver lasting solutions in complex financial environments.

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GL AccountingMonth-End CloseReconciliationsData AnalysisERP Systems

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Hard Skills

External AuditFinancial ControllingAccountingExcel SkillsData Analysis Skills

Soft Skills

CuriosityIndependent JudgementConstructive ChallengeComfort With AmbiguityLow-Ego Approach

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems

Industry Keywords

Balance SheetsStakeholder ManagementCross-Country InvestigationsProcess StandardizationRoot-Cause Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take ownership of selected accounting, reconciliation, close or process issues
Identify root causes and escalate material risks early
Run sample reviews of reconciliations and key controls with local teams
Spread good practices and help establish practical minimum standards
Simplify and standardize GL processes across countries while respecting local needs
Lead cross-country investigations and projects
Provide clear findings and recommendations and drive them through to completion
Identify patterns behind recurring problems and help determine ownership of fixes
Collaborate with GL Managers, Financial Controllers and other Group Finance functions
Manage emerging priorities without formal line authority over GL Managers
Deliver lasting fixes, clearer ownership and more consistent reconciliation quality across countries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid experience in external audit, financial controlling, accounting or a similar finance role
Strong knowledge of GL accounting, balance sheets, month-end close and reconciliations
Ability to trace reported balances back to transactions and documents
Strong Excel and data analysis skills
Comfortable using ERP systems
Experience working with many stakeholders without formal authority
Professional-level English
Experience across several entities or countries is a plus
Hands-on, low-ego approach
Curiosity and a habit of asking why
Independent judgement and constructive challenge
Root-cause mindset and sense of materiality
Comfort with ambiguity and ability to follow through

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diversity-focused, inclusive workplace
Close-knit community culture and cross-border cooperation
Motivating and engaging work environment
Conditions supporting physical and mental wellbeing
Knowledge sharing with colleagues
Hybrid work arrangement