Financial Controller

Karo Healthcare

. Take end-to-end ownership of month-end, quarter-end and annual close for the Polish entity .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeWarsaw • PolandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Polish Accounting, Tax Compliance, and Statutory Reporting, with a strong focus on internal controls and risk mitigation. Proven ability to lead audits and manage financial governance in a fast-paced international environment.

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Polish Accounting ActStatutory ReportingPolish Tax ComplianceFinancial ControlIFRS Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationP&L ReviewBalance Sheet ReconciliationFluctuation AnalysisVAT ComplianceCIT ComplianceKSeF AdministrationTransfer Pricing DocumentationERP MigrationAdvanced Excel Skills

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborative MindsetIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

Integrated ERP SystemsKSeFJPK_V7

Certifications & Qualifications

Polish Accounting CertificationACCA

Industry Keywords

FMCGConsumer HealthcareRetailShared Service CentreCentre of Excellence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take end-to-end ownership of month-end, quarter-end and annual close for the Polish entity
Own P&L and balance sheet review, including fluctuation analysis, reconciliations and follow-up
Prepare and file statutory financial statements under the Polish Accounting Act and maintain the bridge to IFRS group reporting
Own Polish tax and VAT compliance, including CIT, VAT-UE, JPK_V7, KSeF administration and withholding tax
Lead statutory, tax and VAT audits from start to finish
Lead transition of accounting from the external provider to the Finance Centre of Excellence
Review transfer pricing documentation and support intercompany settlements
Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations and prepare country-specific reconciliations
Own the fixed asset register and payment approvals
Oversee payroll-related settlements and act as local finance contact for HR payroll topics
Own statutory and statistical reporting to KRS, CRBR, GUS and NBP
Strengthen internal controls, financial governance and risk mitigation
Partner with Business Controllers, Financial Control Leads and international finance stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement of accounting and reporting processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Accounting or a related field
6+ years of experience in financial control or accounting, including full ownership of statutory reporting for Polish legal entities
Strong hands-on expertise in Polish tax and VAT
Proven experience leading statutory audits end to end
Strong knowledge of the Polish Accounting Act, statutory reporting and Polish tax legislation
Practical experience with KSeF and awareness of upcoming JPK_CIT requirements
Solid understanding of IFRS and confidence navigating complex accounting topics independently
Experience with accounting insourcing, outsourcing or ERP migration is a strong advantage
Good understanding of Record to Report, Order to Cash and Purchase to Pay
Experience with integrated ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
Strong understanding of internal controls, risk mitigation and statutory compliance
Fluent Polish and English, written and spoken
Polish accounting certification or ACCA is an advantage
Experience working with a Shared Service Centre or Centre of Excellence is a plus
Experience from FMCG, consumer healthcare, retail or another fast-paced international environment is preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Hands-on and pragmatic approach
Collaborative mindset and confidence working across functions, countries and cultures
High level of integrity, accountability and sound judgement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary package with genuine opportunities for personal and professional development
Flexible working arrangements
Strong commitment to work-life balance
Responsibility for exciting, challenging projects with a direct and visible impact on customers and business
Positive working environment within a young, international and motivated team
Start-up spirit combined with the scale, resources and stability of a larger international organisation with strong values
Diverse and inclusive environment