Chief Accountant (Talent Pipeline)

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with Group US GAAP and local statutory requirements. Serve as a key contributor to the monthly and quarterly close processes. Prepare local statutory financial statements and ensure full compliance with reporting obligations. Manage and coordinate internal and external audits. Be responsible for CIT calculation, compliance, and timely filing. Oversee VAT reporting and drive required VAT-related changes to ensure ongoing tax compliance. Perform balance sheet reviews, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and integrity of financial data. Supervise all matters related to Transfer Pricing and Withholding Tax. Coordinate the MDR process, including identification and reporting of tax schemes. Handle reporting to GUS, NBP, and INTRASTAT. Coordinate the customer rebate process and ensure correct financial treatment. Collaborate with the Credit & Collections Department and external law firms on relevant cases. Ensure implementation of procedures resulting from new corporate and local accounting guidance. Develop and drive continuous process improvement initiatives. Support special projects and take on additional accounting responsibilities as needed. Collaborate with the SSC and jointly drive process improvements. Lead projects related to the implementation of solutions for new tax and regulatory requirements. 5+ years of accounting experience in a similar role within an international organization. Strong knowledge of local tax legislation (CIT, VAT, WHT, TP, MDR) and statutory reporting requirements. Fluency in both Polish and English. Proven experience in preparing financial statements and coordinating internal audits. University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA) preferred. Solid understanding of US GAAP and internal control frameworks. Experience working with Shared Service Centers. Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred); experience in the medical device industry is an advantage. Advanced Excel skills. Ability to interact professionally and collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams. High adaptability to changing priorities and strong organizational skills.