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Senior Accountant - Poland

Reference: OCT20227229
Expiry date: 2022-12-07 17:30:00.000
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Please see advert

10,000-14,000k PLN per month  

 

Who we are

You might know us as the inventors of the bath bomb, but there’s more to this great-smelling, partly employee-owned, family-run company than pioneering cosmetics. We believe our business should put more back into the world than it takes and demonstrate that capitalism can be a force for good. We put our people first and fight cruel practices like animal testing, promote regeneration, and show that it is what’s inside that counts - whether that’s an ingredient in a product, or the minerals in a smartphone. 

The team:
It starts with you! Our first shop is scheduled to open in November and we are looking to build a support structure for further development into the Polish market which will be supported by our Regional Financial Controller and Head of Retail. 

Your main tasks:

You are responsible for the preparation of the monthly management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow results and forecast (according to local GAAP). This will include variance analysis and commentary.
In conjunction with the external accountant, you will be responsible for general bookkeeping which will include but is not limited to:

  • Processing and paying invoices
  • Till reconciliations for Cash, Card and Gift Cards
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Intercompany recharges
  • Payroll booking and reconciliation of key control accounts
  • Assist external accountants with local VAT returns
  • Accruals, prepayments and fixed assets
  • Year closing and provide documents to the auditor
  • Working alongside the regional Finance Business Partner you will assist with the budget and forecasting process as well as any ad hoc reporting that they may require.
  • Coordinate cooperation between the external accounting office and the internal finance department
  • Entering documents into accounting systems and issuing sales invoices
  • Adhoc support for shop staff and support team members which could include:
  • Target setting and bonus calculations
  • Contact with lawyers and external accountants on adhoc matters
  • Acting as a liaison between the local shop manager and external HR/Payroll advisor.

Skills and experience:

  • You have a business degree with a focus on "Finance & Controlling" or equivalent and relevant professional qualifications
  • You have 3-5 years of professional experience in accounting and controlling, preferably in a retail environment
  • You have knowledge of the Polish Accounting Act and other relevant tax regulations
  • You are a real Excel professional and are otherwise open to new tools and technologies
  • Experience with Microsoft Navision, Nova or Sage
  • You have a strong hands-on mentality to ensure tasks are completed to the highest standard, think commercially, and do not lose sight of the bigger picture
  • You have the flexibility to work in a reactive and ever-changing business environment, thriving on the opportunity to work autonomously and in support of the regional leadership team.
  • You are an excellent communicator who is able to articulate a view and effect change within a collective group environment
  • Fluent in Polish and intermediate English


What’s it like working for Lush

People are at the heart of our business. We want you to enjoy and challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know, so we’ve created a culture where your job description is a starting point, not an end goal. Our working style is flexible, fluid, supportive, and authentic - if you’ve got the drive to push yourself and try different things, you will have our support.

Employee benefits:

  • 50% employee discount on Lush products and Lush spa treatments
  • Access to group bonus scheme; up to 15% annually 
  • Meaningful training and support with applicable further education
  • Full time home office in first 6 months whilst we establish a permanent office
  • 20/26 vacation days depending on seniority and education plus special leave for birthdays on a weekday

If all this sounds like you, please send us your CV and cover letter with your salary expectations, detailing why you want to become a part of the cosmetic revolution.