GL Controller with German (EY GDS Poland)

Location: Wroclaw | Hybrid model: 2 days office / 3 days remote

The role

Finance role supporting the EMEIA region – Europe West with a focus on Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The General Ledger Controller/Accountant is an integral and crucial position in the Finance Team, supporting several business priorities and performing accounting support for period‑end close with SAP, along with analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly bookings and support of the finance team during month‑end close with SAP.
• Analysis of P&L and balance‑sheet accounts on a general and ad‑hoc basis.
• Participation in FY‑end close, including preparation and process of inventory review for external engagements.
• Participation in ongoing transformation projects within the accounting finance function.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Good analytical skills, commitment, personal drive, team‑oriented.
• Ability to prioritize day‑to‑day decisions and work assignments to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle several projects simultaneously and effectively.
• Working as part of a larger team with a positive work attitude.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Resolving process challenges and exceptions, initiating improvements and driving continuous enhancement.
• Maintain effective working relationships with clients, acting as point of contact for GL operations queries.
• Any suitable combination of education, training, experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or professional certification in a business‑related subject (e.g., Accounting, Finance).
• First experience in internal cost accounting or willingness to extend GL accounting knowledge. 3+ years of experience in finance/controlling or similar roles.
• Comfortable using MS Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Good knowledge of German and English, both written and spoken.
• Understanding of financial administrative processes and proactive identification of improvement opportunities.

Ideally

• Knowledge of SAP‑FI and SAP‑CO is an advantage.

What We Look For

We are interested in professionals eager to be the “Go To” contact for financial and operational issues, supporting Service Lines Leaders and acting as trusted business advisors within the extended Finance team.

What We Offer

• Continuous learning: develop the mindset and skills to navigate what comes next.
• Success as defined by you: tools and flexibility to make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: insights, coaching, and confidence to lead.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others.

About EY

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long‑term value for clients, people, and society. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform, and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax, and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues our world faces.

Compliance

In compliance with the Whistleblower Protection Act, our company has established a procedure for reporting breaches and undertaking appropriate follow‑up. Any misconduct should be reported through the EY Ethics Hotline.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

Professional Services

If you meet the above criteria, please contact us as soon as possible.