Chief Accountant

Katowice
Poland
9 January 2025

About us

Dorel Juvenile is the world's leading juvenile products company. Our products are available in more than 100 countries. We help families live carefree lives by providing them with juvenile products that rank highest in consumer reviews. That's what sets our products apart; durable, helpful, and caring.

Your mission

As the Chief Accountant, located in Poland and leading a team of 2 people, your mission is to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our company's financial records. You'll manage all accounting transactions, assist on budget preparations and publish financial statements. Your focus areas include processing accounting data, booking entries, and handling financial information for further analysis. Additionally, you'll collaborate with colleagues, make informed decisions, and maintain compliance with tax regulations.

Key responsibilities

Internal reporting: presenting the numbers to the head office at IFRS/CA GAAP standards and align with Dorel Juvenile Europe group reporting.

Maintain Accurate Financial Records: Process accounting data meticulously, ensuring journals and ledgers are accurate and aligned with established procedures. Ensuring compliance to local legislation like Tax compliance, Statutory compliance, etc.

Traceable Booking Entries: Record all financial transactions promptly and systematically to maintain a clear audit trail.

Effective Financial Data Management: Organize and manage financial data for efficient analysis and decision-making.

Reconcile Financial Statements: Regularly compare financial records, identify discrepancies, and ensure final balances are accurate.

Audit Trail Maintenance: Record all financial transactions promptly, maintaining a clear and traceable history of entries.

Data Analysis Preparation: Organize and categorize financial data to facilitate meaningful analysis and decision-making.

Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 2 accountants. Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide feedback to ensure team goals are met. Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Your profile

  • Degree in Accounting/ Finance or similar with full knowledge of local tax legislation.
  • 5-10 years’ experience on similar previous positions.
  • Fluency in English (mandatory)
  • Background with MS Office - excel (mandatory);
  • Knowledge with Power BI (appreciated)
  • Outstanding analytical skills, agile and hands-on, high attention to detail, committed to making an impact
  • High level command of Excel and knowledge of Financial ERPs
  • Asks questions quicker, solves a few small problems independently and looks to the familiar solutions first;
  • Able to make decisions that quickly lead to the best possible solution within the procedures. Excellent (practical) problem solving skills;
  • Able to anticipate and handle ad-hoc disruptions in the regular workflow;
  • Critical thinking

Are you ready to grow with us?

The people behind our products and brands make Dorel Juvenile an even stronger company. We are extending our leading market position and believe team spirit, personal drive, and accountability can make a real difference in achieving sustainable growth. This is essential for our future. We invite you to grow with us!

Do you want to be part of the growth of the next generation? Dorel needs your contribution! Send your resume in English.

Only the candidates with the desired profile will be contacted in two weeks’ time.