Join Us at Arvika Municipality!

We are thrilled that you are interested in working with us!

Here in western Värmland, among vast lakes and lush forests, there is a strong glow that spreads warmth and light. This glow is our vision and guiding star.

Today, approximately 2,700 competent employees work in the Arvika municipal group. Welcome to join us!

Description

Do you want to help develop the accounting unit in Arvika Municipality? We are looking for someone who is passionate about finance and accounting, and who wants to contribute your expertise to develop and modernize our processes and tools.

Together with five colleagues in the accounting unit, you will provide support and service to the entire municipality on accounting issues related to both operations and investments. Development is a natural part of our work, and we always strive for continuous improvements in the accounting area. The accounting unit is part of the finance department, which also handles finance and governance, operational support, and procurement.

Responsibilities

Your role includes a development and advisory responsibility where you analyze, improve, and develop accounting processes, routines, and systems. You will work both strategically and operationally to manage accounting issues, such as ensuring accurate annual accounts, annual reports, and interim reports. Therefore, we are looking for someone who easily adapts to new systems and wants to drive development related to digitalization and efficiency of financial processes.

As the accounting manager, you will work closely with the CFO and be part of the CFO's management team. Together with the CFO, you will work on strategic development issues within the municipal group, not only concerning accounting. Tasks and investigations related to financial issues, financial management, the budgeting process, corporate governance within the municipality's corporate group, and broader investigations and development issues will be part of your responsibilities. Therefore, previous experience in these areas is advantageous.

You will also serve as a key person and advisor to the municipal leadership, auditors, and other departments and companies, which means a high degree of independence in your work.

Qualifications

• University degree in finance, preferably with a focus on accounting
• At least five years of experience in qualified accounting tasks, experience with municipal accounting, either through auditing for a municipality or directly in a municipality is advantageous
• Experience in preparing consolidated financial statements or group accounts, cash flows, tax calculations, annual reports, and interim reports.
• Good administrative skills as well as strong system and Excel skills
• Good knowledge in preparing formal documents such as routine and process descriptions, memos, service letters, and other written materials
• Previous experience working with financial issues, financial management, and corporate governance is advantageous

To thrive in this role, we see that you are analytical, structured, and solution-oriented, with the ability to see the big picture. You are a collaborative colleague and a good communicator who can present complex financial issues in a pedagogical way, both in writing and verbally.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

What do we offer?

An exciting and developing role in a forward-looking municipal group, the opportunity to influence and develop, a competitive salary, and opportunities for personal and professional development. We care about our employees' well-being and development. As part of this, there is an opportunity for hybrid work when possible, wellness benefits, wellness hours, and the option to exchange vacation day allowances for more vacation days. Good commuting opportunities, your future workplace is only a few minutes from Arvika Train Station.

About the Position

The position is a permanent employment. A probationary period may be applied. Start date in August 2025 or as agreed.

We look forward to receiving your application by April 21.

Other

The Arvika municipal group collaborates with Varbi in recruitment matters, and it is also our recruitment tool for managing applications and ensuring the quality of our recruitment process. You apply for the job through the link in the advertisement. It is important that you are careful when filling out your application as it will be assessed against other applicants. We have made our media choice and therefore do not wish to be contacted by sales companies.