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General Ledger Accountant (French, German, Italian, Hungarian Russian or Polish Speaker)

Location: Warsaw, Poland

Department: Finance & Accounting

Reporting To: General Ledger Manager / Regional Finance Manager

About the Company

Our client is a leading international conglomerate with operations across multiple countries and industries. Due to continued growth and expansion of its shared services and finance operations, we are seeking a talented General Ledger Accountant to join the Warsaw-based finance team.

Role Overview

The General Ledger Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting month-end and year-end close activities for entities across the European region. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders and finance teams in various countries, utilising their language skills to support business operations and financial reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Perform general ledger accounting activities for assigned entities. Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepayments and adjustments. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies. Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing processes. Ensure compliance with local accounting regulations and internal controls. Assist with statutory and management reporting requirements. Analyse financial data and provide variance explanations where required. Support internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation. Maintain fixed asset registers and oversee depreciation postings. Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Treasury teams. Participate in process improvement initiatives and finance transformation projects. Build effective relationships with stakeholders across multiple countries and functions.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline. Minimum 2 years of experience in General Ledger accounting, Record-to-Report (R2R), Financial Accounting or similar finance role. Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards. Experience working within an international business environment, Shared Service Centre (SSC) or Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) environment is advantageous. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems. Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or similar. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Language Requirements

Fluent English (written and spoken) is essential. Fluency in at least one of the following languages is required: French German Russian Polish Italian Hungarian Additional European language skills would be considered an advantage.

Key Competencies

Strong organisational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and within a multinational team. Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities. Customer-focused approach with a proactive mindset. Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines. Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What We Offer

Opportunity to work for a globally recognised international organisation. Exposure to complex multinational accounting operations. Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development and career progression opportunities. Modern office environment in Warsaw with flexible working arrangements. International and collaborative working culture. Ongoing training and support for professional qualifications.