Accountant

Accountant Position

The AI-powered operating system for beauty, wellness and self-care

Fresha is the AI-powered operating system for the global beauty, wellness and self-care industry, connecting and powering everything from salons and barbers to spas, medspas, fitness studios and health practices. Trusted by millions of consumers and businesses worldwide. Fresha is used by 140,000+ businesses and 450,000+ stylists and professionals worldwide, processing over 1 billion appointments to date. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with 15 global offices located across North America, EMEA and APAC.

Fresha allows consumers to discover, book and pay for beauty and wellness appointments with local businesses via its marketplace, while beauty and wellness businesses and professionals use an all-in-one platform to manage their entire operations with an intuitive business software and financial technology solutions.

Fresha's ecosystem gives merchants everything they need to run their business seamlessly by facilitating appointment bookings, point-of-sale, customer records management, marketing automation, loyalty, beauty products inventory and team management.

The consumer marketplace unlocks revenue potential for partner businesses by leveraging the power of online bookings and automated marketing through mobile apps and advanced integrations with major tech brands including Instagram, Facebook and Google.

We are looking for an Accountant to join Fresha – the AI-powered operating system for the global beauty, wellness and self-care industry. In this role, you will be part of our Finance team based in Poland, supporting the accounting operations of all 23 entities across the Fresha Group globally. You will manage accounting for entities in Poland, Ireland, France, and Spain. You will report directly to the VP of Finance Operations and collaborate closely with teams across multiple countries and functions, gaining strong international exposure and playing a key role in improving and shaping our finance processes. We are looking for a detail-oriented and adaptable individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is open to taking on new challenges.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage accounting processes for assigned entities (Poland, Ireland, France, and Spain), ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations and group policies
• Review and approve cost invoices
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation and review of financial data
• Review P&L accounts to identify missing invoices, accruals, prepayments, and other discrepancies
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts (e.g. cash, prepayments, accruals, payroll-related accounts)
• Prepare and review VAT and CIT returns, as well as financial statements for the Polish entity
• Prepare VAT returns and coordinate with external accounting firms on CIT returns and financial statements for entities in Ireland, France, and Spain
• Prepare audit documentation and coordinate with external auditors during statutory and group audits
• Prepare ad hoc reports, analyses, and financial documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve and automate accounting processes, with a strong focus on AI tools
• Review financial data with a critical mindset, focusing on accuracy, consistency, and alignment with business context and budgets.

Our Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in accounting, including experience in an independent role
• Strong knowledge of Polish GAAP, VAT, and CIT regulations
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent financial education)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, standards, and financial reporting
• Experience working in a multi-entity and/or international environment
• Very good knowledge of English
• Very good knowledge of Excel
• Proactive, detail-oriented, with strong analytical skills and a focus on process improvement and automation
• Good organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

• Experience with Sage Intacct (Group accounting software)
• Knowledge of Comarch ERP Optima (accounting software for Polish entity)
• Basic understanding of transfer pricing principles
• Experience with accounting for entities in Ireland, Spain, or France

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to 14k gross PLN monthly and an attractive benefits package, including private medical care and a Multisport card
• Opportunity to work in an international organisation, collaborating with teams across multiple countries
• Ongoing development opportunities to support your professional growth, including co-financing of language learning
• Flexible working conditions, including a hybrid work model (1 day working remotely – Wednesdays) and flexible start times (between 8:00 and 10:00)
• Modern office located in the city centre of Warsaw, close to Rondo ONZ metro station
• Company events and Friday lunches
• Laptop available for personal use.

Inclusive workforce

At Fresha, we are creating a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel comfortable.

We want all Fresha people to feel included and truly empowered to contribute fully to our vision and goals. Everyone who applies will receive fair consideration for employment.

We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.

If you have any accessibility requirements that would make you more comfortable during the interview process and/or once you join, please let us know so that we can support you.