Senior Accountant; They​/She​/He

Glovo is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform. Our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in around 65 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.

YOUR MISSION

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Chief Accountant / Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Warsaw. In this role, you will be the owner of the accounting and tax compliance for our Polish entity. You will bridge the gap between local statutory requirements (Polish Accounting Act) and Group Accounting Policies (IFRS).

THE JOURNEY

Accounting & Closing Management

• Lead and execute the full month‑end and year‑end closing process for the Polish entity, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Maintain the company’s accounting books in accordance with the Polish Accounting Act (UoR) and Group Accounting Policies.
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and reliability of all financial data recorded in the general ledger.
• Manage and supervise monthly accruals, provisions, and deferrals.
• Cooperate with the local financial team, financial teams located in HQ, and external service providers.

Tax, Statutory & Statistical Reporting

• Oversee tax compliance: supervise preparation and filing of VAT, CIT, and other tax obligations in cooperation with external service providers.
• Prepare annual financial statements according to Polish accounting standards.
• Submit reports to GUS (Statistics Poland) and NBP (National Bank of Poland) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Monitor changes in Polish tax law and accounting regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Cooperate with local Finance Team, Regional Controllers, and HQ regarding Group reporting and policy alignment.
• Assist external auditors by providing necessary documentation and explanations for annual audits.
• Support the Head of Finance with ad‑hoc financial analysis and local treasury/cash‑flow management.

Process Excellence & Leadership

• Guide and review the work of junior team members or external accounting partners, ensuring high‑quality output.
• Drive initiatives to standardize and automate accounting processes (e.g., ERP improvements).
• Maintain and update internal accounting procedures and control frameworks.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE RIDE

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• Certification:
  Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or Polish Ministry of Finance/SKwP certificate) is a strong asset.
• Experience:
  
  At least 5+ years of experience in accounting, with a proven track record in a senior or chief role within a multinational environment.
• Standards:
  Expert knowledge of Polish Accounting Standards (UoR) and Polish Tax Regulations and sound proficiency in IFRS.
• Audit Background:
  Not necessary but experience working with Big 4 audit firms is a strong advantage.
• Tools:
  Advanced knowledge of SAP (or similar Tier 1 ERP) and expert level MS Excel.
• Languages:
  
  Fluency in English and Polish is mandatory.
• Mindset:
  Exceptional analytical skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with central teams.

• An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action.
• Top‑notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak.
• Monthly Glovo meal benefit.
• The freedom to work from home two days a week and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to three weeks a year and take personal days off.
• Enhanced paternity leave.
• Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well‑being.

At Glovo, your success is defined by both results and behaviors. We hire for excellence in craft and for the Leadership Principles that shape how we think, decide, and collaborate. What you achieve matters and how you achieve it defines us. Together, they move the business forward and deliver great experiences.

Here at Glovo, we thrive on diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds – all genders, racial/diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, sexual orientations and all other unique characteristics that make you YOU. We encourage you to bring your authentic self to work, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard.

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