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Senior Accountant role for Lush, a partly employee-owned, family-run cosmetics company. The role is the sole member of the function in Poland, offering the opportunity to shape and own it from the ground up. The position involves close cross-functional collaboration and requires autonomy, initiative, and a blend of strategic and hands-on execution.
Job Responsibility:
Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow results and forecast (according to local GAAP)
Variance analysis and commentary
General bookkeeping
Processing and paying invoices
Till reconciliations for Cash, Card and Gift Cards
Bank reconciliations
Intercompany recharges
Payroll booking and reconciliation of key control accounts
Assist external accountants with local VAT returns
Accruals, prepayments and fixed assets
Year closing and provide documents to the auditor
Assist with the budget and forecasting process
Coordinate cooperation between the external accounting office and the internal finance department
Entering documents into accounting systems and issuing sales invoices
Adhoc support for shop staff and support team members
Target setting and bonus calculations
Contact with lawyers and external accountants on adhoc matters
Acting as a liaison between the local shop manager and external HR/Payroll advisor
Administrative support for the day-to-day operations of the shops
Requirements:
Fluent in Polish and intermediate English
Business degree with a focus on 'Finance & Controlling' or equivalent and relevant professional qualifications
3-5 years of professional experience in accounting and controlling, preferably in a retail environment
Knowledge of the Polish Accounting Act and other relevant tax regulations
Real Excel professional and open to new tools and technologies
Experience with Microsoft Navision, Nova or Sage
Strong hands-on mentality
Flexibility to work in a reactive and ever-changing business environment
Excellent communicator
What we offer:
50% employee discount on Lush products and Lush spa treatments
Access to group bonus scheme
up to 15% annually
Meaningful training and support with applicable further education
Full time home working
20/26 vacation days, depending on seniority and education, plus special leave for birthdays on a weekday