Finance Manager (Wroclaw/Krakow/Warsaw, Poland)

Who We Are

Founded in 2017, Unit8 is a fast-growing Swiss AI and data analytics consulting company dedicated to solving complex problems in traditional industries - automotive, chemical, financial services, manufacturing, and pharma. We work with some of the biggest organisations in Europe on challenges that directly affect their business. Since our foundation, we have successfully delivered more than 250 projects and grown to 170+ talented individuals across 8 office locations.

Our mission is to drive the adoption of AI and Data Science in non-digital industries and to help accelerate their digital transformation.

The Role

The Finance Manager is a senior member of the finance function, working in close day-to-day partnership with the CFO across a multi-country professional services group. The company operates from its headquarters in Switzerland with subsidiaries in Europe and North America.

Finance is run centrally - there are no dedicated finance resources embedded in the subsidiaries. This role therefore carries end-to-end responsibility for financial reporting, planning for the entire group. A network of outsourced accounting providers handles day-to-day bookkeeping and statutory tax filings in each country; the Finance Manager sets their standards, reviews their outputs, and ensures the group’s financial position is always accurately reflected in management information.

The Finance Manager will directly manage a team of 3–5 people, providing leadership, development, and day-to-day direction to in-house finance staff. We are a technology-forward organisation and this person is expected to actively use AI tools - including Claude and OpenAI - to improve the speed, quality, and scalability of finance processes.

What You Will Own

Financial planning & analysis

Core ownership

• Lead the annual group budgeting process, coordinating inputs from all entities centrally and producing a consolidated plan for CFO and leadership review
• Maintain rolling 12-month forecasts, updated quarterly or more frequently during periods of change, with clear bridge commentary explaining movements vs. prior forecast and budget
• Produce monthly management accounts - consolidated P&L and key cash positions
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic decisions e.g. pricing strategy, new market entry
• Partner with the CFO to prepare board materials, ensuring financial data is accurate, consistent, and presented clearly

FTE planning & workforce reporting

Group ownership

• Own headcount planning and reporting for the full group, tracking actuals vs. budget by entity, department, and employment type (permanent, contractor, part-time)
• Develop and maintain workforce cost models that support scenario planning for hiring decisions

Team management

Direct line management

• Manage a team of 3-4 in-house finance professionals, providing clear direction, regular feedback, and structured development support
• Set team priorities, allocate workload effectively, and ensure the team delivers consistently to deadlines across reporting, planning, and compliance tasks
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture within the team that mirrors the organisation’s flat-hierarchy values

Accounting oversight

Quality assurance

• Own the group management consolidation process
• Manage and hold accountable the outsourced accounting providers in each country, setting clear deadlines, deliverables, and quality standards
• Review and approve local accounting outputs before incorporation into the group close; identify and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Maintain the group chart of accounts and ensure consistent application of accounting policies across entities
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable at a group level, monitoring ageing

Treasury & cash management

Group oversight

• Maintain a consolidated view of group cash positions across all entities and currencies; produce weekly and monthly liquidity reports for the CFO
• Prepare short- and medium-term cash-flow forecasts;
• Plan and execute intercompany funding flows

Technology, AI & systems

Active ownership

• Actively use AI tools - including Claude and OpenAI - in day-to-day finance work to automate recurring tasks, improve analytical output, and accelerate reporting cycles
• Own the configuration and data integrity of the group’s ERP system; ensure it meets the reporting and compliance needs of a multi-entity, multi-currency SME
• Ensure ERP and CRM systems are properly integrated so that commercial pipeline data, project revenues, and billing information flow consistently into finance reporting

Who You Are

Must have

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent) or a Master’s degree in Finance & Accounting
• Minimum 5 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 2 years in a finance manager, controller, or group reporting role
• Solid knowledge of at least one major GAAP framework (Swiss CO/OR, HGB, US GAAP, Polish GAAP, or similar), with the ability to identify and interpret material differences between frameworks
• Experience managing a small finance team with direct line management responsibility
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems used in small to mid-sized companies; proven ability to own system configuration and data quality
• At least basic working knowledge of CRM systems (HubSpot or Salesforce preferred), including understanding of how pipeline data connects to financial reporting
• Very good financial modelling skills; advanced Excel or Google Sheets
• Fluent English and Polish; additional language skills are a material advantage
• High attention to detail combined with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders

Nice to have

• Background in professional services, consulting, or other project-based businesses
• Experience with BI or data visualisation tools (Power BI, Looker, Tableau, or similar)
• French at B2 level or higher - working proficiency in German also valued
• Experience supporting a CFO in board reporting or strategic planning processes

What’s In It For You

• Opportunity to contribute to the growth of one of the leading Swiss data & AI consultancies
• Hybrid working model - flexible mix of remote and office across Kraków, Warsaw, Wrocław
• Cross-office/ company-wide frequent events like off-sites
• International travel: monthly or bi-monthly visits to subsidiary and HQ locations (1–3 days per trip)
• Collaborative, flat-hierarchy culture with direct access to the CFO and senior leadership
• 30 paid days off
• Private health care and Multisport

Why Unit8?

At Unit8, we don’t just turn data into value – we empower the people who make it possible. If you are looking for a place where you can take ownership, your next chapter starts here.

• Trust from Day One. We rely on your expertise. Trust is the core of our culture.
• Meaningful Work. You drive things that matter and make others' projects easier through your work.
• Passion-Led Projects. We provide the environment where you can pursue your passion alongside top talent. If you are excited about the future, you belong with us.

Please submit your application materials exclusively in English.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply.