Senior Accountant - General Ledger with German (w/m/d)

General information

Location
Katowice

Type of contract
Permanent
Full Time

Occupational field
Business & Administration

Job-ID
12977

ABOUT US

TÜV Rheinland is a leading global independent testing service provider with about 150 years of experience and more than 22 000 employees all around the world. The independent experts stand for the quality and safety of people, technology, and the environment in nearly every sphere of personal activity as well as train people in a broad range of fields and industries.
TÜV Rheinland Polska has been present on the Polish market for more than 20 years. In 2018 a new chapter has started: TÜV Rheinland Europe Regional Shared Services Centre has opened in Katowice. At TÜV Rheinland RSSC we strive for excellence in everything we do. We have a passion for what we do. And we love what we do. Join the young and dynamically growing team of professionals. Join the company with long lasting tradition, firm values and a courage and vision for the future.

WHAT TASKS CAN YOU EXPECT?

• Be an integral part of the accounting team and in regular contact with local finance, controlling and the Corporate Accounting Team based in Germany
• Preparing statutory financial statements and data for IFRS reporting package
• Support all aspects of the monthly/quarterly/annual closing process
• Preparing and posting journal entries in SAP
• Evaluate and perform various accounting transactions (I.e. IFRS 16)
• Monitoring GL accounts and preparing balance sheet reconciliations
• Reconcile and maintain fixed asset main and sub-ledger accounts
• Perform Fixed Assets related transactions (additions, disposals, scrapping, write-offs, transfers.)
• Arrange and coordinate regular fixed asset counts with local units
• Reconcile Intercompany transactions
• Liaising with external and internal auditors
• Execute internal controls and ensure compliance with the Internal Controls Framework
• Be an active member of one of five process groups, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Internal Controls and Audit Handling, Mergers and Acquisition, Automation/RPA
• Accurately and timely perform all activities, according to the guidelines received from the Team Leader and/or Chief Accountant
• Active participation in continuous improvement initiatives
• Creating and/or updating process documentation: desktop procedures and process maps

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES SHOULD YOU HAVE?

• Very good command of English and German (both verbal and written)
• University/ College Degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting or Economics
• +3 years of experience in similar position, ideally in an international SSC or BPO environment
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Experience with process documentation will be an asset
• Very good communication skills, customer focus and ability to work in the team
• SAP and MS Office knowledge

WHAT CAN WE OFFER TO YOU?

• Stable job based on an employment contract
• Annual bonus
• Hybrid model of work (min. once per week work from office) and flexible working hours (working only from Poland)
• A package of benefits available on the benefit platform - private medical care, co-financing of the sports card, discounts and shopping vouchers; the possibility of joining group insurance, accident insurance, additional compensations from the Company Social Benefits Fund based on the internal policies
• Work in a friendly, diverse and high-qualified team with positive and cooperative working atmosphere
• International environment and daily usage of foreign languages
• Real development opportunities
• Direct communication and no formal dress code
• Modern office with innovation space located in Katowice
• Employee referral program

Benefits

Insurance packages and health care

We are proud to save lives with what we do. Our employees' physical and mental well-being is just as important to us! We will be happy to provide details of our insurance and health care packages during our personal interview.

Experienced and international teams

While welcoming new talents is what keeps us in motion, we are equally proud of the number of long-term colleagues. Let your personal experience meet our multicultural TÜV Rheinland insights to accomplish jointly!

Employee training and development

We live by "Precisely right" as the core of our company DNA. Constantly growing with one another and learning from each other is hence a self-evident feature to us!

Bonus programs

We believe in paying for performance by rewarding successes. Let's talk about the details of our bonus programs during the personal interview.

Employee discounts

Exclusive employee offers at appealing conditions are just one of the great advantages we offer. Please ask for details during a personal interview.

Flexible working hours

Balancing your private and professional life isn't always easy: Family matters, personal needs, traffic or simply one's very own energy cycle - Our flexible working hours support your style!

Remote working

Especially during rush hours, commuting tends to be a time and mood killer. We offer remote working and welcome you to our team no matter your actual location!

Positive working atmosphere

Isn't it tempting to work for an established, meaningful corporation with a rich tradition? Here's the even better news: We also want work to be fun!

Employee events

Building. Memories. Together. Various employee events are awaiting you!

Additional information

Location

Chorzowska Str. 146
40-101 Katowice

Company

As an international services group, we want to create a working environment in which all our employees feel secure and comfortable - an environment in which they enjoy giving their best with commitment. The key to this lies in an open, respectful cooperation across all countries, cultures and lifestyles. After all, around 20,000 employees at 500 locations around the globe provide more than 2,500 services. The results of their work can be seen everywhere: in tested elevators or rides, on certified toys or technical equipment, in our consultations or training sessions. No matter where - our international teams have been setting standards in terms of safety, quality and efficiency for many years.

We value diversity - and take on responsibility

Our specialists appreciate this versatile portfolio, the exciting tasks and the value of their work for people, the environment and technology. And we value our specialists for their know-how and commitment, but also for their different personalities and careers. Combined with the professionalism and sense of responsibility of each individual, we create a culture of openness, growth and collegiality. We want to further strengthen this culture and consistently promote respect in our dealings with one another. Not only do we say that, we live that. We have committed ourselves to acting in accordance with the principles of the UN Global Compact initiative, to fighting corruption and to working for human rights, labour standards and environmental protection in our daily work. We are active in numerous networks and projects that stand for diversity and equality. In addition, we have developed a broad range of products and services that help to reconcile the professional and private worlds so that our employees can work in a healthy, motivated and optimal environment.