Vacant job

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support financial operations within an international business environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Swedish accounting standards and demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively across departments and stakeholders.

This role requires a structured and analytical professional who can manage accounting processes, support financial reporting activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The consultant will work closely with both local teams and the centralized shared service center, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and efficient accounting practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee accounting activities in compliance with Swedish accounting regulations and financial standards.
• Act as a key point of coordination between the central shared service center (GBS) and the local organization to resolve accounting and operational issues.
• Support and enhance financial processes by contributing to process optimization, internal control improvements, and proper documentation.
• Collaborate with purchasing and operational teams to ensure accurate invoice processing, including purchase order matching, GR/IR reconciliation, and accounts payable activities.
• Perform financial analysis and ad-hoc reporting to assist the Finance Manager in decision-making and financial follow-up.

Required Experience

• Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in accounting or finance.
• Proven expertise in Swedish accounting practices, including practical experience with:
• Chart of accounts
• Accrual accounting
• Depreciation calculations
• Provisions
• VAT reporting
• Employer-related taxes
• Annual closing procedures

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Required Skills

• Accounting
• Excel (Pivot Tables, formulas, reconciliation templates)
• Accounts Payable
• SAP
• P2P (Procure-to-Pay) processes
• Invoice matching
• SOX internal controls

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with SAP FI/CO, particularly in purchase order processes and GR/IR handling.
• Knowledge of procurement-related accounting processes, including P2P and invoice matching workflows.
• Understanding of SOX compliance, including internal control design, testing, documentation, and process mapping.
• Experience working within large international organizations or shared service center environments.
• Fluency in Swedish for handling local regulatory documentation and communication.

Language Requirements

• English: Proficient (spoken and written)
• Swedish: Proficient (spoken and written)

Application Method: Interested candidates can apply by sending their profile to: [email protected]