IFRS 18 Subject Matter Expert (SME) | Audit Project (f/m)

We are looking for an experienced IFRS 18 Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join an audit project for a large international financial institution.

This is an expert-level role focused on supporting the audit team with in-depth knowledge of the interpretation and practical application of IFRS 18, with particular emphasis on key judgement areas and prevailing market practices.

Location: Warsaw / hybrid – minimum 40% of working days from the office
Engagement: approx. 0.6 FTE (60%)
Project language: English
Working model: Flexible time management with required participation in team calls

Key responsibilities:

• Providing subject matter expertise to the audit team in the area of IFRS 18

• Conducting or supporting walkthroughs

• Conducting or supporting operational effectiveness testing

• Providing practical guidance on IFRS 18 implementation requirements and interpretation

• Supporting the assessment of key judgement areas and prevailing market practices

• Clearly communicating complex accounting and audit-related topics to audit teams and stakeholders

MUST-HAVE:

• Expert-level, practical knowledge of IFRS 18, including implementation requirements, key judgement areas and market practices

• Experience in supporting audit engagements

• Hands-on experience with walkthroughs

• Experience with operational effectiveness testing

• Ability to provide practical guidance on the interpretation and application of IFRS 18

• Strong communication skills and experience working with audit teams and stakeholders

• English proficiency sufficient to work effectively in an international environment

NICE-TO-HAVE:

• SQL

• Python

What does the project offer?

• An opportunity to work as an IFRS 18 Subject Matter Expert

• Participation in a specialized audit project focused on a new international financial reporting standard

• Work in a large, international and mature financial environment

• A specialist role designed for senior-level professionals and subject matter experts

• Flexible engagement at approximately 60% FTE