Tax & Accounting Associate
Elanco
Education : EQUIVALENTEXPERIENCE **At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) - it all starts with animals!** **As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability - the Elanco Healthy Purpose - to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.** **At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.** **Making animals’ lives better makes life better - join our team today!** **Job Title: Accounting and Tax Associate** **Location**: Warsaw, Poland **Employment Type**: Full-time **Job Summary**: As an Accounting and Tax Associate, you will play a key role in managing financial records, preparing tax returns, and providing support for various accounting functions in Central and Easter Europe. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and a passion for numbers. Responsibilities will be performed in close alignment with the Accounting & Tax Manager for CEE and CEERTMEA Area CFO. **Key Responsibilities**: - Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including reconciliations and analysis, - Maintain accurate financial records and assist in the preparation of financial statements, - Support the provision of information to third party providers to assist in the preparation and filing of CIT, VAT and other taxes, - Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance, - Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and liaise with external auditors as needed, - Collaborate with team members on special projects and other accounting-related tasks as assigned. **Qualifications**: - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, - 3+ years of adequate experience, - Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), - Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance requirements in one of following CEE countries: Poland, Czech or Slovenia, - Professional working proficiency in English and knowledge of Polish, - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. **Additional Skills / Preferences**: - Chartered accountant, CPA or equivalent preferred, - Knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS. Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
