Independent Accountant

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We currently have the following opportunity available - please contact us for more details!

At Elekta, we are united by a common purpose – improving and saving lives through innovative medical technology. We are now looking for an experienced and independent accounting professional to take ownership of end‑to‑end accounting processes for Poland and selected EMEA entities.

This role offers full independence, broad exposure to financial and management accounting, and a strong impact on process excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement across the region.

Your Role

You will be fully responsible for day‑to‑day accounting activities, supervising operational processes, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations, and driving improvement initiatives. You will act as a key partner to the Chief Accountant and Finance leadership, while collaborating closely with EMEA finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

Process & Operational Oversight

Supervise accounting processes and operational issues across Polish and EMEA entities

Identify, investigate, and resolve processing errors in assigned areas

Escalate process or system‑related issues to the Chief Accountant

Proactively recommend and implement process improvements with a focus on efficiency and capacity savings

Maintain up‑to‑date procedures and accounting documentation

Deliver high‑quality internal customer service in line with agreed standards

General Accounting & Reporting

Coordinate accounting activities with Polish and EMEA finance teams to ensure timely and accurate close

Review and approve journal entries

Monitor financial position and performance; prepare financial analyses and management reports

Reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts

Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closing processes

Supervise fixed assets register and monthly depreciation

Supervise reconciliation of intercompany balances

Monitor and reconcile statutory vs. IFRS bridges

Tax & Statutory Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with Polish tax and accounting regulations; monitor legislative changes and propose tax optimizations

Prepare VAT, VAT‑UE, and Intrastat reports

Prepare CIT advance calculations and annual tax returns (CIT‑8, CIT‑10Z, IFT, ORD‑U, local taxes, deferred tax)

Support Transfer Pricing documentation with financial data

Support MDR (DAC‑6) reporting

Manage tax audits and communication with tax authorities

Prepare statutory financial statements

Coordinate statutory audits and provide required documentation

Handle reporting to the Polish National Bank (NBP) and Central Statistical Office (GUS)

Systems, Controls & Business Support

Evaluate accounting ERP systems and recommend improvements in cooperation with IT

Coordinate implementation and maintenance of internal financial controls

Support Finance Manager in budgeting and forecasting processes

Monitor expenditures and revenues, analyze variances, and report to management

Participate in and lead cross‑team improvement projects

Support other finance‑related initiatives as required

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in a senior accounting role, preferably in an international environment

Strong knowledge of Polish accounting and tax regulations

Experience with month‑end close, statutory reporting, and audits

Ability to work independently and take full ownership of responsibilities

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Proactive mindset with a passion for process improvement

Very good English (spoken and written)

What We Offer

A role with real ownership and autonomy

Exposure to international EMEA operations

Opportunity to lead and shape accounting processes

Collaborative, values‑driven culture with a meaningful mission

Competitive compensation and benefits (Medicover private healthcare, Multisport card, life insurance, pension plan, Employee Assistance Program)

Hybrid working model - 4 days working in the office