CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!

At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture

Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.

Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.

Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.

Integrity: Doing whats right and fostering a culture of respect.

Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Accounting Manager

Location Rzeszów-Jasionka (on-site)

Form of employment Full-time/permanent; Contract of employment (UoP)

The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the accounting function for Heli-One Poland, an MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) organization within the aviation sector. This role oversees a team of 2-3 accountants and ensures that all accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance activities are completed accurately and in a timely manner. The incumbent will drive month-end and year-end close processes, maintain financial integrity, and provide key insights to management through analysis and collaboration across operational, procurement, and corporate departments.

Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of 2-3 accountants responsible for accounts payable, general ledger, and reporting activities.
• Coordinate the accounting function to ensure compliance with company policies, Polish statutory requirements, and IFRS/GAAP standards.
• Manage workload distribution and support professional development within the accounting team.

Month-End and Year-End Close

• Oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, intercompany, payables, receivables, and accruals.
• Lead variance analyses and provide commentary on key balance sheet and P&L movements.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.

Transactional Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee VAT returns, tax filings, and regulatory submissions (including National Bank reporting).
• Ensure compliance with Polish statutory requirements, including the Accounting Act (Ustawa o rachunkowości), VAT Act (Ustawa o podatku od towarów i usług), and Tax Ordinance (Ordynacja podatkowa), while maintaining alignment with IFRS for group reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely foreign currency revaluations, intercompany eliminations, and financial adjustments.
• Maintain internal controls and support continuous improvement of accounting processes.
• Driving implementation of the Ksef system and ensuring smooth transition.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support

• Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Maintenance teams to ensure accurate financial tracking of ongoing MRO projects and inventory.
• Provide financial insights to support business decisions and improve cost control within the organization.
• Act as the key accounting liaison between Heli-One Poland and corporate finance teams, ensuring alignment with global policies and reporting deadlines.

Continuous Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting cycle.
• Support system upgrades, data integrity reviews, and standardization initiatives across the finance function.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 5-7 years of accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting and supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in an aviation, engineering, or MRO environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Polish GAAP and local accounting, tax, and VAT legislation, including the Polish Accounting Act and related regulations.
• Familiarity with IFRS and ability to reconcile local GAAP to group reporting requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Fluent in Polish and English (spoken and written).
• High attention to detail, accountability, and a proactive ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Must have legal right to live and work in Poland.

Working conditions

• General office environment, based in Rzeszów, Poland, with collaboration across multiple departments and international finance teams.

We reserved the right to contact only shortlisted Candidates.