Job Description

At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.

Purpose of the role

The Accounting Expert oversees all accounting and financial operations for ZOLL Poland. This role ensures timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end activities in accordance with US GAAP, while maintaining full compliance with Polish statutory and regulatory requirements.

This is a hands‑on role that combines operational accounting, compliance, and strategic financial support.

Location: 04-993 Warszawa - 3 days per week in the office

Reporting to: EMEA Finance Director

Tasks

Financial Accounting & Compliance

• Manage daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities, supported by robust documentation.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, local accounting standards, Sarbanes-Oxley controls, and ISO requirements.
• Maintain full ownership of the Polish general ledger.
• Oversee the month-end close process, including preparation and posting of journal entries.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations and manage cash accounts.

Accounts Payable

• Process supplier invoices and execute weekly payment runs.
• Reconcile AP ledgers monthly and ensure suppliers are paid within agreed terms.
• Manage cash flow, including valuation and reserve assessment of receivables.
• Coordinate and process monthly payroll.

Accounts Receivable

• Support cash collection efforts.
• Negotiate and monitor customer payment plans.
• Track outstanding accounts and calculate required reserves.

Tax & Statutory Requirements

• Support statutory reporting, including VAT, Corporate Income Tax, and other local tax obligations.
• Ensure full compliance with all Polish tax and statutory requirements.
• Manage employee expense reimbursements.
• Liaise with external authorities during audits, compliance reviews, and inspections.
• Intercompany & Corporate Reporting
• Execute monthly intercompany accounting, including communication and reconciliation with Corporate and other subsidiaries.
• Ensure internal controls operate effectively and in line with corporate policies.

Business Support & Analysis

• Provide financial analysis to support leadership decision-making.
• Contribute to the development of functional strategy.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives to support operational efficiency.

Requirements

Expert-Level Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert with advanced technical knowledge.
• Provide training on finance processes to employees.
• Resolve complex accounting and business issues requiring deep analysis.
• Exercise autonomy with significant independent judgment.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally and influence stakeholders beyond immediate areas.
• Contribute to developing new practices or policies as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

• Qualified Accountant with a strong commercial approach and a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and experience in a multinational environment.
• Strong communication skills, fluent in Polish and English (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated competency in auditing and all aspects of commercial bookkeeping.
• Experience in commercial business analysis and multi‑currency transactions.
• Proven ability to lead and contribute within change‑management and continuous‑improvement environments.
• Strong persuasion and influencing skills, with the ability to partner effectively across teams.