Chief Accountant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026. Wabtec scores B on the Alion truth index.
We are looking for an experienced Chief Accountant to lead a small accounting team while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting operations. This is a key role within an international manufacturing environment, requiring a hands-on, proactive, and independent professional.
Key Responsibilities
oLead and support a team of 3 members
oOversee AP, GL, inventory, and intercompany accounting processes.
oReview supplier invoices, expense reports, and journal entries.
oPerform balance sheet reconciliations and account analyses.
oPrepare and review VAT and tax filings.
oPrepare statutory financial statements.
oSupport external and tax audits.
oEnsure compliance with Polish Accounting Act, tax regulations, and commercial law.
oManage month-end and year-end closing activities.
Requirements
oFluent Polish and professional English (minimum C1).
oProven experience as a Chief Accountant or in a similar role min. 5 years.
oStrong knowledge of Polish accounting, tax, VAT, and commercial law.
oExperience with US GAAP or IFRS in an international company.
oExperience leading accounting teams.
oStrong hands-on accounting skills and ability to work independently.
oAvailability to work on-site near Wrocław at least 3 days per week.
Nice to Have
oManufacturing industry experience.
oABAS ERP experience.
oOneStream knowledge.
What We Offer
oA key finance role in a stable international organization.
oHigh level of autonomy and ownership.
oCooperation with global finance teams.
oCompetitive employment package and hybrid working model
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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