Accountant - Multiple Teams

Accountant, AtR – Payroll Accounting

Location: Warsaw

Work mode: hybrid

About the Role

This role operates within Boston Scientific's Global Business Services (GBS) organization, providing high-quality accounting services to various business units.

The Accountant performs a range of moderately complex payroll and general accounting activities, including account analysis, journal entries, financial reporting, system interface management, month-end financial close, and payroll accounting close processes.

The role requires a solid understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Your Responsibilities Include

• Perform payroll accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet account maintenance, and month-end close processes.

• Ensure payroll accounting activities are completed accurately and within established month-end closing deadlines.

• Support the month-end close process and collaborate with local sites and third parties to resolve accounting-related queries.

• Compile and analyze payroll information, preparing reports related to wage accruals, fringe benefits, vacation accruals, and other payroll-related expenses.

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and process standardization across multiple legal entities.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and local sites to support process improvements and ensure accurate financial reporting.

• Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial reports, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial information.

• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries in accordance with company policies and internal controls.

• Support internal control processes, ensuring compliance with SOX and other applicable requirements.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with finance teams and business stakeholders.

• Create, maintain, and update Desktop Procedures (DTPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Share knowledge and best practices with team members to support effective collaboration.

• Participate in process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives.

• Support internal and external audits, compliance activities, and other departmental initiatives.

• Participate in projects, process transitions, and transformation initiatives while effectively managing multiple priorities.

• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in payroll accounting or general ledger accounting.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

• Good knowledge of general accounting principles, financial close processes, account reconciliations, and internal controls.

• Experience preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reports.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with finance teams and business stakeholders.

• Good proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel; familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform would be an advantage.

• Ability to work effectively with global and cross-functional teams.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage assigned tasks independently.

• Customer service mindset and commitment to delivering accurate and timely results.

• Experience in a shared services environment would be an advantage.

• Proactive and results-oriented approach with a strong sense of accountability.

• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and respect for others.

• Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in process efficiency, automation, and standardization.

• Strong team player with a collaborative and solution-oriented approach.

• Experience with SAP and Cadency would be an advantage; experience with other ERP systems is also valued.

Internal Candidates

• Minimum of one year in the current position.

• Performance evaluation rating of "Successful" or above.

• No disciplinary actions within the last six months.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work for Boston Scientific Poland, certified as a Great Place to Work®, reflecting our commitment to an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing workplace.

• Hybrid work model (3 days in the office) with flexible working hours.

• A truly international and innovative work environment.

• Professional development, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

• Access to advanced tools and systems.

• An attractive benefits package, including:

• Private health care (Lux Med VIP)

• Multisport/Culture card

• Lunch card

• Life insurance

• Language courses

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Internal events and charity initiatives