Preferred by Nature is a non-profit, mission-driven organisation that works for sustainable land management and climate-friendly solutions. With 300+ employees and a network of local experts, we develop practical solutions to drive positive impacts in production landscapes and supply chains in 100+ countries. We focus on forest and climate impact commodities and related sectors. 

We are now looking for a Finance and Accounting Specialist to join our team in Poland on a permanent contract. 

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

What you will do 

As a Finance and Accounting Specialist you will be responsible for all accounting tasks for the Polish legal entity and support project division. Your main tasks will be to:

• Process suppliers’ and client’s invoices (approvals, recording, payment preparation, etc.)
• Record daily bank transactions 
• Process and review staff expense reports
• Payroll and tax-related issues
• Book all transactions in the local and global accounting systems
• Prepare Annual account and tax report to submit to the authority
• Support and train staff for accounting-related issues, requested documents, etc.,
• Bookkeeping of project accounting transactions (expense and revenue) 
• Perform daily tasks related to checking/recording project expenses, invoicing and preparation of project accounts as well as payments to project partners and external consultants
• Monitor quality input (frequently review dashboard/database) and communicate with related people for correction

Other duties as assigned.

Who you are

• You have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
• You have excellent Polish and English skills (written and spoken)
• You have experience working in corporate accounting and project finance 
• You have basic knowledge of international accounting standards and a strong willingness to learn
• You are proficient in MS Office packages (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• You have a strong general understanding of administrative IT systems, and the ability to learn to work with new programmes fast
• You are good at planning and time management
• You are good at multitasking 
• You are a good team player and have an open attitude towards other cultures, as we collaborate across borders in our organisation  

What we offer you

• An in-depth onboarding and professional training to equip you with the right skills and knowledge to thrive in this role
• An exciting and challenging position within a dynamic and innovative global organisation with a mission-driven work atmosphere
• Excellent opportunities for growth and professional development 
• Potential future international travel opportunities
• A friendly, international team of colleagues, with a pleasant work environment
• Work time: 40 hours/week 
• Working location:  office in Cracow or home office
• Private medical insurance
• Multisport card
• Employee wellness programme
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Additional information:

• The position is located in Poland with the possibility to work remotely
• The position holder reports to the Accounting Manager, based in Vietnam
• Expected starting date: as soon as possible

How to apply?

If you feel you meet the requirements of the role, please submit your Letter of Application and CV (in English), including salary expectations by 10 September 2022 via the application form below.

Please note: Only applicants legally eligible to work in Poland will be considered.

Application pre-screening will be conducted during the application period.

Preferred by Nature wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

For questions, please contact: 
Anna Yavlyanskaya, HR Specialist
Email: ayavlyanskaya@preferredbynature.org