Senior Accountant (m/w/d)

Full‑time, permanent position, 100% remote from Poland or work from one of our offices in Poland.

About the Company

It’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra. At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction.

But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the administration, bookkeeping and preparation of financial statements for various German companies
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly, quarterly and year‑end closings
• Prepare interim accounts on behalf of the client as necessary
• Liaise and interact with clients, other offices and client advisors, in order to prepare the financial statements
• Support the audit of financial statements (where required)
• Support the preparation of VAT/CIT returns (where required)
• Support the preparation of financial reports (Local GAAP, US GAAP or IFRS) (where required)
• Record the working hours/client in the time billing system according to the objectives set

Coaching and Team Leadership

• Share your knowledge and experience with your colleagues
• Coach and review the work of other team members
• Be a buddy for new joiners in the team, in order to train and guide them

Attributes & Technical Skills

• Build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, clients and third parties including lawyers, bankers, tax advisors and notaries
• Be a team player and be supportive toward your colleagues
• Take initiative by proactively following up on daily matters
• Anticipate potential queries and issues, addressing them in a timely manner by informing the responsible Senior Manager, Accountant and/or Relationship Manager
• Be a role model to less senior colleagues in terms of professionalism and behaviour
• Ensure that client deadlines are met
• Adhere to internal procedures at all times

Relevant Experience

• Strong knowledge of German GAAP (IFRS, Consolidation and/or US GAAP would be an advantage)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with a professional services firm
• Excellent communication and organisational skills in order to meet tight deadlines
• Strong relationship management skills
• Proactive with a client service oriented attitude
• Ability to develop and grow our commercial business activity

Education & Professional Qualification

• University degree in Accounting/Finance (ACCA-qualified or part qualified would be a distinct advantage)

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing, Consulting, and Finance

Industries

Accounting, Financial Services, and Business Consulting and Services

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