Senior GL Senior GL Accountant with German
Warsaw, PL, 02-672
At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill, Compeed, Solpadeine, NiQuitin, ACO, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.
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Description Overview
Perrigo are bringing an exciting new proposition to the Warsaw market and we would love to hear from Finance professionals with Shared Service Centre experience. Help us lay the foundations of our new Business Services Centre based in Mokotów. We need a diverse group of action-oriented colleagues who have the desire to go beyond the transactional elements of their role and be part of building something truly special!
- Join a collaborative, international environment with many cross-functional interactions and opportunities. Receive a sign-on bonus as a thank you for joining our thriving global community. Build your career in a Global organisation with opportunities for career growth and supported learning.
- Thrive from a trust-based leadership approach that encourages innovation and transparent communication.
- Access extensive training and development platforms, including our internal GROWyou program, to support continuous learning, skill development, and professional advancement.
- See your talents recognised and rewarded through extended responsibilities and varied career move opportunities
We currently offer a hybrid working pattern with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.
Scope of the Role
You will be responsible for the execution of General Ledger accounting activities assigned to Perrigo Services International Poland. Applying the guidelines of the accounting manual, ensuring correct cost center and profit center accounting and correct use of GL accounts, booking of journals, account reconciliations, intercompany account reconciliation, financial close reporting in CFIN, month-end close process completion, US GAAP postings, statutory filings (unless outsourced).
- Execute General Ledger accounting activities for a specific cluster and potentially designated countries or legal entities within Perrigo Services International Poland
- Adhere to the guidelines outlined in the accounting manual, ensuring accurate cost center and profit center accounting, and the correct utilization of GL accounts
- Perform tasks such as journal entry booking, account reconciliations, intercompany account reconciliation, and contribute to financial close reporting in CFIN
- Contribute to the completion of the month-end close process, including posting entries in accordance with US GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
- Assist in preparing statutory filings, unless these tasks have been outsourced, to ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations
Experience Required
- Bachelor Degree in Finance, Controlling or Accounting
- Experience within a Business Shared Service Centre
- Knowledge of Finance in general and General Ledger in particular
- Hands-on experience of Shared Services transition a plus
- SAP Finance experience
- Fluent in English and German
- Practical knowledge of internal controls (SOX) a plus
- Availability to travel during the Transition phase - and then occasionally as required
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.
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