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Senior Financial Controller
Stanowisko: Senior Financial Controller
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About the Position
We are seeking a Senior Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting, cost control, and compliance in a multinational corporation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Consolidate financial results of subsidiaries and eliminate intercompany transactions
- Build and update annual budget models and rolling forecasts for 12–18 months
- Analyze variances between results and budget/forecast with corrective recommendations for the CFO
- Implement and maintain internal control frameworks (SOX/ICS) and collaborate with external auditors
- Develop management reports and presentations for the Board of Directors with key financial KPIs
- Coordinate transfer pricing processes in collaboration with the tax department and external advisors
- Manage a team of 2–6 Financial Analysts and Controllers, including coaching and annual evaluations
- Automate reporting processes – implement BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) and optimize workflow in ERP
- Support M&A projects, financial due diligence, and post-merger integration from a controlling perspective
Requirements
- Experience: Min. 5–8 years in financial controlling, including at least 2 years in a senior/lead position in an organization with revenues >100 mln PLN
- Accounting Standards: Advanced knowledge of IFRS (mandatory), US GAAP, or Polish PSR – at least two standards
- ERP Systems: Advanced proficiency in SAP FI/CO, Oracle Financials, or D365 F&O – min. 3 years of operational experience
- BI and Reporting Tools: Advanced+ proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or SAP BPC/BW – building dashboards and models
- Excel / Financial Modeling: Expert-level skills in VBA, Power Query, complex DCF models, scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis
- English: C1 minimum – daily communication with HQ, presentations at the Board level
- Team Management: Min. 2 years of managing a team of 2–6 people, delegation, mentoring
- Certifications (nice to have): ACCA, CIMA, CMA – holders can expect a 10–15% premium on salary
- Group Consolidation and Reporting: Advanced experience in consolidating at least 3 companies, familiarity with tools like HFM or SAP BPC
- Compliance and Internal Control: Good knowledge of SOX 404, J-SOX, or local ICS frameworks; collaboration with audit
Salary and Market Range 2026
The market salary for a Senior Financial Controller in Poland in 2026 ranges from 18,000–30,000 PLN gross per month on an employment contract, which equates to approximately 216,000–360,000 PLN gross per year.
- Location: Warsaw and Krakow offer rates 15–25% higher than Łódź, Wrocław, or the Tricity – median in the capital is around 26,000 PLN gross/month
- Sector: The pharmaceutical industry, Big Tech, and SSC/GBS pay at the top of the range (27,000–30,000 PLN); manufacturing and retail typically 18,000–23,000 PLN
- Certifications ACCA/CIMA/CMA: Candidates with an active certificate receive offers 10–15% higher than non-certified counterparts
- Experience 8+ years: Transitioning from 5–7 years to 8+ years correlates with a jump of approx. 3,000–5,000 PLN gross/month
- B2B Contract: Equivalent to 30,000 PLN UoP is approx. 37,000–40,000 PLN net on invoice, which is a popular model in the IT and SSC industry
The standard benefits package includes: private medical care (Medicover/Luxmed – extended variant), sports card, group insurance, funding for certifications (up to 10,000 PLN/year), annual bonus of 10–20% of base salary, and a flexible hybrid work model (2–3 days from the office). Top organizations also offer LTIP, phantom shares, and a car allowance of 2,000–3,500 PLN/month.
How Smartways.io Conducts Headhunting for Senior Financial Controller
Smartways.io specializes in recruiting senior and executive finance positions. Our process is designed to meet the specifics of the market – 78% of Senior Financial Controllers are passive candidates, not accessible through job boards.
- Briefing and Market Mapping (Days 1–3): Workshop with the Hiring Manager – we define must-have vs. nice-to-have, map the target list of 40–60 companies with appropriate controlling structures
- Direct Search and Outreach (Days 4–10): Contact with 80–120 selected candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter, Smartways' own database (4,200+ finance profiles), and industry references
- Technical and Cultural Screening (Days 8–14): Competency interviews conducted by recruiters with finance experience – we verify IFRS, ERP, case study with variance analysis
- Shortlist and Presentation (Days 12–17): We provide 3–5 verified candidates with profiles, assessment results, and expectation ranges
- Negotiation Support and Onboarding Advisory (Days 17–21): Offer mediation, counter-offer management, and onboarding checklists for the first 90 days
The total time from briefing to signing the contract with the selected candidate is on average 3–4 weeks. We guarantee replacement within 60 days if the candidate does not pass the trial period. Senior Financial Controller positions are inquiries that our clients convert into employment faster than the market due to Smartways.io's dedicated approach.
FAQ – Common Questions about the Senior Financial Controller Position
How does a Senior Financial Controller differ from a Business Controller?
The Senior Financial Controller focuses on statutory reporting, consolidation, and compliance with regulations (IFRS, SOX), while the Business Controller supports operational business decisions – analyzes product margins, sales channel profitability, and operational efficiency. In practice, in smaller organizations, these roles overlap, but in corporations with revenues over 500 mln PLN, they are clearly separated.
Which financial certifications increase the chances in the recruitment of a Senior Financial Controller?
The most valued are ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), and CMA (Certified Management Accountant). Having one of these increases the likelihood of an interview invitation by about 35% and raises salary expectations by 10–15%. Increasingly, employers fund the passing of these exams as a retention benefit.
Can a Senior Financial Controller advance to the position of CFO?
Yes – it is one of the most natural career paths. According to Smartways.io's analysis of 180 CFOs in Polish companies, 41% of them previously held the position of Senior Financial Controller or Finance Manager. The key missing competencies for advancement are usually: treasury management, investor relations (IR), and experience in securing long-term/capital financing.
How long does the recruitment of a Senior Financial Controller take?
The average recruitment time on the Polish market is 6–10 weeks for independent searches. Smartways.io reduces this time to 3–4 weeks thanks to a dedicated database of finance candidates and direct search. The longest phase on the client side is usually the decision-making process after the shortlist (5–7 days).
How does a Senior Financial Controller differ from a Senior Financial Analyst?
The Senior Financial Analyst focuses on modeling, forecasting, and providing ad-hoc analyses, often working as an individual contributor. The Senior Financial Controller manages end-to-end processes (close, budget, audit), oversees a team, and is responsible for compliance. The Controller's salary is typically 20–35% higher, and the role requires broader experience in accounting and group reporting.
Is experience in transfer pricing required for a Senior Financial Controller?
It is not an absolute requirement, but in corporate groups with intercompany transactions, it is a strong asset. The Senior Financial Controller coordinates the TP policy with the tax department and external advisors – knowledge of arm’s length principles and TP documentation allows avoiding errors in consolidation and reporting. In such cases, collaboration with a Transfer Pricing Specialist is daily.
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