Knowledge Center Team Lead

Knowledge Center Team Lead

Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland | Finance & Controlling | Vollzeit | PL2148252

We are seeking a Knowledge Center Team Lead to join our team in Warsaw. This is a unique opportunity to take on a leadership role in a global logistics company with over a century of experience. You will be responsible for managing a team, ensuring high-quality financial reporting, and driving process improvements in a dynamic and international environment. This position is based in our Warsaw office, offering a hybrid work model for flexibility and growth

Your Role

Kuehne+Nagel’s Knowledge Center for General Ledger and Reporting in Warsaw is responsible for financial services across European countries. As a Team Lead, you will manage a team of seven specialists, oversee financial accounting and reporting, and drive continuous process optimization. You will also play a key role in transferring additional financial processes to the Knowledge Center, collaborating with country finance teams and corporate reporting functions.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of accounting professionals, ensuring motivation and high performance.
• Oversee the monthly closing process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines.
• Prepare and review financial statements in collaboration with national finance teams.
• Validate financial data and ensure compliance with IFRS and corporate accounting policies.
• Support national finance teams in reporting and internal control processes.
• Drive process improvements and implement innovative solutions for efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance financial reporting accuracy.
• Mentor team members, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and continuous learning.

Your Skills and Experiences

• University / Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of leadership experience in an international financial environment.
• Strong background in general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to manage, develop, and engage a high-performing team.
• Experience in a business service center environment is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and corporate financial guidelines.
• Proficiency in English (B2/C1) and Polish; additional European languages are a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset.
• Practical knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel.

Good Reasons to Join

At Kuehne+Nagel, you will be part of a committed and dynamic team, where your contributions matter. We offer professional growth opportunities, a future-proof workplace, and a culture of continuous learning. Our employees appreciate the high degree of autonomy, career development prospects, and ongoing training programs. We believe in long-term success, driven by the people who make it possible.