Entity Controller (Kraków, Małopolskie, PL)

Entity Controller

Your experience in finance, compliance, and complex projects could make a real difference here. You could be the expert we’re looking for to coordinate critical entity closures within a high-impact global transformation. In a dynamic, collaborative team, you’ll work with senior stakeholders worldwide while expanding your legal and accounting expertise, using strong communication skills to navigate complexity and drive progress.

If it sounds like you, why don’t you join Lundbeck in Krakow, a certified Great Place to Work in, and get your brain in the game?

Your new role – why is this a great opportunity?

The purpose of the Entity Controller role is to provide expert, operational, and oversight support to strategic initiatives within Global Business Services, with a particular focus on the legal and accounting closure of entities under the COM Project. The role is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and controlling activities related to the entity closure process to ensure full compliance with legal, regulatory, and financial reporting requirements.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

Entity Closure Execution Ensure all required legal, financial, and administrative steps for entity closures are completed accurately, on time, and in accordance with applicable laws, accounting standards, and corporate policies including plan of Project Team.

Collaboration with External and Internal Experts Maintain close cooperation with liquidators, legal advisors, finance experts, and relevant internal stakeholders involved in the entity closure process.

Central Point of Contact Act as the primary liaison between GBS teams, external liquidators, and HQ workstreams to ensure aligned priorities, clear communication, and coordinated execution of closure activities for assigned company codes.

Monitoring & Control Activities Track progress of entity closure tasks, monitor risk areas, identify potential issues early, and escalate concerns to leadership or relevant stakeholders as needed.

Compliance Oversight Support compliance efforts within GBS strategic projects by ensuring adherence to internal controls, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements.

Process Evaluation & Improvement Assess operational compliance and recommend improvements to strengthen process robustness, mitigate risks, and enhance efficiency across the Project Team.

Information Flow & Reporting Ensure timely and accurate information sharing between stakeholders; prepare status updates, reports, and relevant documentation to support decision-making.

Risk Identification & Mitigation Identify compliance, legal, and financial risks related to strategic initiatives and entity closures and contribute to developing mitigation strategies.

Your future team

The team is part of the GBS Scope Harmonization Department, responsible for delivering transformational changes across Lundbeck, including the legal and operational closure of entities as well as initiatives supporting the expansion of Global Business Services. You will join a small, close-knit team of experts with broad accounting and legal knowledge, complemented by insight into related areas such as HR and IT.

Our culture is collaborative and discussion-driven, with a strong focus on open dialogue, knowledge sharing, and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and external partners worldwide. From your manager, you can expect a coordinator and sparring partner, providing expert support and enabling the team to succeed in a global, deadline-driven, and culturally diverse environment.

What you bring to the team

Solid experience in finance, accounting, or compliance within an international or GBS environment

Proven ability to manage complex activities independently and navigate ambiguity

Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders globally

Curious and accountable problem-solver who thrives in complexity, seeks knowledge proactively, and turns uncertainty into clear, responsible actions.

Collaborative and respectful communicator who builds trust, works effectively across cultures, and engages confidently with senior stakeholders and experts worldwide.

Adaptable and resilient team player who takes ownership, delivers under pressure, and grows through change, together with others.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Minimum 8+ years of overall combined GBS-based experience (leadership experience is an advantage)

Strong knowledge of MS Office (advanced Excel, Power Point skills)

English at C1

Project Management knowledge (advantage)

Knowledge of SAP (advantage)

Participation in Transformative projects is an advantage

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES

Master’s degree

Qualification related with role’s objectives is an advantage

PERSONAL COMPETENCES

Strong communication skills

Building very good relationships with senior and demanding stakeholders

Mature attitude towards challenges and problem solving - being able to work independently and able to determine information needed to resolve more complex issues, manage pressure effectively and cope well with setbacks

Taking ownership of assigned responsibilities, including self-development/research need to execute the same

Being able to work to tight deadlines and with switching priorities

Being able to create new ideas, challenge status-quo

Being resilient to stressful situations

Ability to work in dynamic environment and adapt quickly to new requirements

Team player

Our promise to you

Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further on addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders.

We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.

Annual base salary range: 174 100 - 239 470 PLN gross.

At Lundbeck, we are committed to fair and transparent pay. Please note that the final base salary within the stated range will be based on relevant qualifications, skills, competencies, and level of proficiency as well as internal pay equity.

Highlights of selected benefits:

Flexible working arrangements (flexible weekly and daily schedules)

Cafeteria program

Unique recognition system

Holiday bonus for when you’re out of the office

Comfortable and modern office with top-notch equipment and well-equipped relax rooms

Robust integration and event framework

Private healthcare and life insurance

Employee capital plans (retirement saving system)

Learn more about life at Lundbeck GBS Krakow

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Read more about our commitment at  www.lundbeck.com/global/about-us/our-commitment/diversity-and-inclusion .

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