Senior Accountant Poland

Senior Accountant - Warsaw, Poland - FluentEnglish & Czech or Slovak

This role is based in Poland but covers the
•Czech Republic / Slovakia (CZ/SK) regions.Therefore you must speak fluentEnglish & Czech or Slovak

About MVH Europe:

Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) Europe is a family of leading veterinary care providers committed to creating a better world for pets. Our network includes trusted brands such as AniCura and Linnaeus, operating over 500 animal hospitals and clinics across 17 European countries. Together, our teams deliver high-quality, modern veterinary care for companion animals, ensuring peace of mind for pet owners through excellent access and patient safety.

AniCura, our largest brand in Europe, provides care to over three million patients each year through 12,500 dedicated professionals. Linnaeus, operating primarily in the UK and Ireland, is home to over 6,000 Associates empowered to deliver exceptional care through a culture of collaboration, clinical excellence, and continuous development.

At MVH Europe, we prioritize a culture of accountability, inclusion, and wellbeing. We believe our purpose — to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS — starts with building a better world for our people. We support our teams through strong governance, comprehensive wellbeing programs, and a shared passion for delivering exceptional outcomes in veterinary care.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Accountant, you play a crucial role within the Finance Shared Service Centre team during a period of rapid growth. You ensure accurate and timely internal and external financial reporting and provide accounting support to various parts of the organization in Poland and across the wider AniCura Group. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Own day-to-day accounting activities for clinic operations in Poland

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes

• Prepare, review, and post journal entries in Oracle and group reporting systems (including inventory and bad debt)

• Perform sales reconciliations, VAT settlements, and balance sheet reconciliations (BlackLine)

• Partner closely with Controlling on financial reporting, budgets, and forecasts

• Act as a trusted accounting advisor to clinic managers in Poland

• Coordinate with external  accounting service providers and verify delivered services

• Support statutory financial statements and tax reporting together with external advisors

•  Serve as the main point of contact for auditors, local authorities, and Group Finance stakeholders

• Ensure compliance with AniCura Group accounting standards and support implementation of new policies

• Monitor local accounting and regulatory developments in cooperation with advisors and SSC leadership

• Lead, coach, and support junior accountants

• Participating in ERP change and improvement projects

• Contribute to ad-hoc tasks and continuous improvement initiatives

Summary of the Role:

• Job Title: Senior Accountant Poland

• Department: Finance

• Reports To: Head of Accounting CEE

• Location : Warsaw, Poland (Mars Office)

• Contract: Full-time

• Languages: Fluent English andCzech or Slovak

Education & Professional Qualifications:

• Academic degree in Accounting, Finance or a similar field 

Experience:

•  5+ years of experience in accounting/finance within large, matrix organizations, Shared Service Centers and/or audit firms 

• Proven experience in leading GL accounting processes, month/year-end closings, and working with Oracle ERP 

• Able to work under time pressure, with advanced MS Office / Excel skills 

• Experience in coordinating Accountants is considered a plus 

• Experience working within Oracle ERP is a must 

• Advanced MS Office/Excel abilities 

As a person we believe you are:

• Comfortable in a high-energy, fast-paced environment with shifting demands and able to effectively prioritize competing tasks 

• Analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail. 

• With hands on and can-do approach 

• An empathetic personality with interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills, used to work in a matrix organization 

• Likely having a passion for pets 

Key Competencies:

• Manages Complexity

• Ensures Accountability

• Communicates Effectively

• Balances Stakeholders

Interested?

For more information, please contact Clare Briers, Group Corporate Recruitment Partner, who will be happy to tell you more about the role and recruitment process.
Alternatively, apply directly by submitting your CV via the Apply button.

Mars Veterinary Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Internal Candidates: If you are interested in this role, please reach out to the Corporate Recruiter to learn more about the internal recruitment process.