Accounting Manager

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board

At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture

Accountability
Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.

Collaboration
Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.

Care
Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.

Integrity
Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.

Excellence
Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Accounting Manager
Location Rzeszów-Jasionka (on-site)

Form of employment Full-time/permanent; Contract of employment (UoP)

The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the accounting function for Heli-One Poland, an MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) organization within the aviation sector. This role oversees a team of 2-3 accountants and ensures that all accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance activities are completed accurately and in a timely manner. The incumbent will drive month-end and year-end close processes, maintain financial integrity, and provide key insights to management through analysis and collaboration across operational, procurement, and corporate departments.

Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of 2-3 accountants responsible for accounts payable, general ledger, and reporting activities.
• Coordinate the accounting function to ensure compliance with company policies, Polish statutory requirements, and IFRS/GAAP standards.
• Manage workload distribution and support professional development within the accounting team.

Month-End and Year-End Close

• Oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, intercompany, payables, receivables, and accruals.
• Lead variance analyses and provide commentary on key balance sheet and P&L movements.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.

Transactional Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee VAT returns, tax filings, and regulatory submissions (including National Bank reporting).
• Ensure compliance with Polish statutory requirements, including the Accounting Act (Ustawa o rachunkowości), VAT Act (Ustawa o podatku od towarów i usług), and Tax Ordinance (Ordynacja podatkowa), while maintaining alignment with IFRS for group reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely foreign currency revaluations, intercompany eliminations, and financial adjustments.
• Maintain internal controls and support continuous improvement of accounting processes.
• Driving implementation of the Ksef system and ensuring smooth transition.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support

• Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Maintenance teams to ensure accurate financial tracking of ongoing MRO projects and inventory.
• Provide financial insights to support business decisions and improve cost control within the organization.
• Act as the key accounting liaison between Heli-One Poland and corporate finance teams, ensuring alignment with global policies and reporting deadlines.

Continuous Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting cycle.
• Support system upgrades, data integrity reviews, and standardization initiatives across the finance function.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (Master's preferred).
• Minimum 5-7 years of accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting and supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in an aviation, engineering, or MRO environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Polish GAAP and local accounting, tax, and VAT legislation, including the Polish Accounting Act and related regulations.
• Familiarity with IFRS and ability to reconcile local GAAP to group reporting requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Fluent in Polish and English (spoken and written).
• High attention to detail, accountability, and a proactive "can-do" attitude.
• Must have legal right to live and work in Poland.

Working conditions

• General office environment, based in Rzeszów, Poland, with collaboration across multiple departments and international finance teams.

We reserved the right to contact only shortlisted Candidates.