At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
We are an international engineering company providing services in the field of technical consulting, design, and investment project management. Global Business Services center located in Krakow provide global support for our line of business and corporate teams in the following areas
- Finance
- Accounting
- HR
- IT
- Procurement
- Payroll
- Project Management
GBS centralizes some of the processes across Jacobs and focuses on process excellence while also advancing the transformation initiative through additional work migration.
General Ledger Accountants are accountable for ensuring that business transactions are properly accounted for and accurately reflect the company's accounting process. General Ledger Accountants are the owners of the financial statements for each separate entity, as well as consolidated statements for the entire company. The General Ledger is the central core of accounting information system that provides a complete record of financial transactions over the life of the company.
Responsibilities
Managing the work of the team responsible for General Ledger in UK region (approx. 10 direct reports)Overseeing all accounting aspects of the entities and processes in scope, ensuring their compliance with company policies, internal controls, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory requirementsBeing Subject Matter Expert in accounting areas being part of the team's scopeOverseeing preparation and review of balance sheet account reconciliations for all entities in scopeOverseeing the process of identification and recording adjusting entries and accruals on a timely basisOverseeing the month end close process in the assigned areas of responsibility, including preparation & review of journals prepared as part of the close and other month end closing related proceduresPerforming technical accounting analysis and necessary research to ensure proper accounting treatment for unusual or complex transactionsPerforming financial statements review, flux analysis, and initiating corrective actions where neededPreparing and reviewing monthly / quarterly reports, as requestedLeading, motivating, evaluating, and coaching the team to deliver excellent results, supporting employee engagement, professional development, and retentionProviding documentation and preparing schedules to support both internal and external audits and SOX requirementsRecommending and implementing process enhancements in relation to the processes in team's scopeEstablishing highly collaborative relationships with other GBS and Regional Teams, Business Group and Partner companies' representatives, and corporate accounting team in DallasVarious other duties as assigned or may be necessary.Here's what you'll need
Qualifications
Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit or Tax, equivalent major or equivalent experience / professional qualifications,7+ years of professional experience in accounting or finance, including 2-3 years of people management experienceGood working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley and SEC requirementsExperience in supervising less qualified team members, including coordinating and reviewing their workExperience with large company's ERP accounting systems (Oracle would be an asset)Ability to work and resolves issues independently with minimal supervisionAbility to organize and prioritize workloads, multi-task and meet required deadlinesFluent English (written and spoken) and excellent verbal and written communication skills, as the position requires direct interaction with senior management, external auditors and other functional groups and departments across the globeAbility to build positive working relationships and effectively work with different global culturesWE OFFER
Rewarding employment - full-time employment with a salary that matches your qualificationsHybrid work model - enjoy the flexibility of working from home, with just 6 office days per monthFlexible hours - start your day anytime between 730 and 1000 AMShort Fridays - we work 6h on FridayComprehensive benefits, including Lux Med medical care, psychological support, life insurance, My Benefit cafeteria system, Multisport card co-financing, and a car / bike park sharing systemCo-financed holidays - enjoy "Wczasy pod Gruszą" for a well-deserved breakGlobal projects - engage in exciting international projectsInclusive networks - join our diverse employee networks like Women's Network, OneWorld, PRISM, Careers Network, Green Team, SpeakUp, Collectively, and moreContinuous learning - participate in our Graduate Development Program, Learners' Community, and self-learning platformsLanguage courses - enhance your skills with courses in English, German, and PolishWe know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are. Find out more about life at Jacobs.
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