Finance Coordinator

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.

For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.

Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.

Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

Summary       

The Finance Coordinator will be responsible for local corporate tax/es and local accounting rules, will provide support for Finance Manager and should have knowledge of Polish corporate taxation system & local accounting rules and using this knowledge in practice.

Duties and responsibilities

Statutory Accounts and Audit

• Assist with preparation of year end statutory accounts for the entities in Poland
• Assist with the preparation of all schedules and supporting information required for the audit of the year end statutory accounts and the preparation of corporation tax computations
• Liaise with the external auditors as required

Tax and Statutory Accounting

• Prepare accounting journals related to tax specific areas and reviewing balances of tax specific GL accounts during month-end closing
• Preparing accounting journals with statutory adjustments required during year-end process
• Supporting Finances Manager in configuration of Group ERP system to ensure compliance with Polish statutory and tax requirements
• Reviewing differences between statutory accounts in statutory ERP system maintained by external accoutning and group ERP system managed in-house

Tax Compliance

• Reviewing CIT, VAT and other tax declarations for portfolio of entities in Poland.
• Responding to queries from global tax team and leading communication with tax advisors based in Poland.
• Ensuring efficient processes flow and timeliness of tax declarations preparation and filing
• Providing answers and documents during due diligence audits and tax office audits
• Maintaining tax documentation and reviewing completeness of documentation for prior periods
• Coordinating approval flow for tax payments and ensuring payment realization within due dates
• Providing financial and business information to external accounting and tax advisors

Tax Structuring

• Coordinate funding process for entities in Poland in line with group transfer pricing policy
• Reviewing documents and tax declarations related to share capital increase prepared by internal and external Legal CoSec and Accounting teams
• Reviewing tax documentation of entities acquired by the Group and supporting Finance Manager in onboarding new entities in ERP system, reporting tools and procedures 

General day to day activity

• Take a hands on approach where required, processing entries for all ledgers as necessary
• Take ownership and pride in the accuracy, quality and timeliness of financial information
• Preparation of reports and tax declarations in line with agreed deadlines
• Liaising with other members of the wider finance team  

Experience & Knowledge

• Relevant experience in similar role, preferably in energy or construction industry
• Polish GAAP and Polish tax law knowledge is a must, IFRS knowledge desirable
• Fluent in Polish and English is a must
• Experience with ERP systems especially S/4 HANA desirable

Skills Required               

• Fluent in Polish and English
• Ability to organise workload and prioritise to maximum effect.
• Flexible approach in a fast-paced business which is constantly changing, keep a clear head under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail when checking information with an ability to recognise and question anomalies
• Keen problem solver who can focus on appropriate detail when solving problems and propose effective solutions
• Ability to pick up systems and processes quickly
• Demonstrate proficient MS Excel skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, dealing with different levels in the organisation
• Positive can-do attitude, ability to maintain a positive attitude in demanding situations 
• Work effectively as part of a team, share information with relevant parties
• Willingness to take on a variety of duties as required

Why you’ll want to work for us 

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – a place where your ideas and opinions matter. 

Be you

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect. 

Be responsible

Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity. 

Be recognised

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits. 

Be inspired

Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world. 

Our core values

Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.  

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