Senior Finance Accountant/Auditor (fixed-term contract) at Ocado Engineering

Wrocław, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Qualification, Accounting, Tax, Reporting Standards, Oracle Fusion, External Auditors, Attention to Detail, Organisational Skills, Presentation Skills, Communication Skills, Proactive Mindset, Intercompany Reconciliation, GAAP, IFRS, Bookkeeping, Process Improvement

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

At Ocado Technology, we craft products tailored to meet the unique needs of our partners worldwide. From e-commerce software and automated warehouse solutions to robotics and optimized delivery, we're reshaping the online grocery space and beyond through innovation. In Poland, we are a local team of technologists with a global scale. In the hearts of Wrocław and Kraków, we have gathered over 700 tech wizards - and let them do their magic. ROLE We’re looking for an experienced Senior Finance Accountant to join Ocado Group’s International Team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You’ll support our international entities across France, the US, Australia, South Korea and Poland, ensuring accurate financial reporting and smooth audit delivery. In this role, you’ll coordinate external audits and statutory financial statements, manage relationships with PwC and local auditors, and prepare insightful board reports highlighting key results. You’ll also support new market setups, maintain strong financial controls, and collaborate with wider Finance teams including Tax, Treasury and Commercial Accounting. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced, international environment and wants to make a meaningful impact from day one. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Your main responsibilities: Support Ocado’s International Solutions entities across France, the US, Australia, South Korea, and Poland. Coordinate external audits, statutory accounts preparation, and SFS filing. Plan and manage audit and financial statement timelines, attending planning meetings and check-ins. Work with wider Finance teams to deliver on audit requests. Prepare quarterly board packs with key highlights and value-adding commentary. Support new market setups and maintain strong financial controls. Manage relationships with PwC, local auditors, and internal Finance stakeholders. Reconcile intercompany balances and maintain GAAP to IFRS bridge reconciliations. Prepare P&L and balance sheet packs for internal reporting and tax purposes. Support monthly bookkeeping and ad hoc journal postings. Assist with tax queries, including transfer pricing analysis. Work to period-end close calendar timelines and support month-end processes. Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve accuracy. Resolve variances and raise issues with management, suggesting solutions. Contribute to building a high-performing, collaborative, and engaged Finance team. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Essential: Relevant financial qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or European equivalent). Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar finance/accounting role. Strong understanding of core financial processes, accounting, tax, and reporting standards and principles. Experience with Oracle Fusion or similar ERP systems. Experience working with external auditors and third-party advisors. Ability to deliver accurate, timely data and reporting with strong attention to detail. Strong organisational skills, able to prioritise tasks and manage multiple deadlines. Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Adaptable, positive mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships. Proactive in owning personal development and improving technical, soft skills, and business knowledge. Language proficiency: English (C1), Polish (B2). Desirable: Experience in a fast-paced, global environment. Experience in delivering excellent customer or user experience. Experience in process improvement and automation initiatives. Ability to set and achieve stretch goals while identifying opportunities for further improvement. BENEFITS: WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Work and life should fit together, so we offer a range of benefits focusing on well-being, development, and team spirit. The final package will depend on the contract type we agree on. Standard benefits: life insurance, private health care [Luxmed], Multisport card, lunch vouchers, company share programs, and assistance for everyday worries and serious health problems. Learning opportunities: access to the Learnebly platform and LinkedIn Learning, English classes, and a book library, Parental support: additional +10 days maternity / +20 days paternity leave, funding for nurseries and kindergartens Hybrid model: 2 days/week in the office and flexibility to work from almost any location for up to 30 days a year. Office perks: centrally located offices with car and cycling parking, and home office equipment provided. Career growth: a clear career path with opportunities to rotate between projects, teams, domains and roles under the guidance of highly skilled senior colleagues High engineering culture: unique software engineering culture with a high level of test coverage and agile environment [read about our tech stack and engineering practices across Ocado Technology] Speaker community: public speaking training and support for preparing presentations at conferences or meetups, including our own Ocado Technology Meetups Passions groups: running, cycling and more Annual celebrations: carnival, summer parties, family picnics, or kid’s days. At Ocado Technology, we're always exploring, learning, and implementing new initiatives, and we're eager to share stories, insights, and experiences with you. Meet our team members during meetups [Watch recordings here] If you think you have what it takes to make a difference, please submit your application below. #LI-HYBRID #LI-OT #LI-OC1

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Responsibilities

Support Ocado’s International Solutions entities across multiple countries and coordinate external audits and statutory accounts preparation. Prepare quarterly board packs and maintain strong financial controls while managing relationships with auditors and internal stakeholders.