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Go-Ahead Sweden is a leading transport company striving to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable transport solutions. We are part of a global group with 27,000 employees worldwide. We are currently present in around 30 locations in Sweden.

Our Mission

We are here to bring people and communities together. We do this by taking care of our employees, our customers, our vehicles, our society, and the environment. Here, you will have the opportunity to be part of a team working to develop and improve public transport in Sweden.

About the Role

We are looking for a structured and engaged Accountant who wants to become part of our finance team. The role reports to the Finance Director and is responsible for ensuring accurate accounting, compliance with regulations, and financial reporting within the operations.

As an Accountant, you are responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting monthly and annual closing processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal guidelines. You will collaborate closely with operational managers, external auditors, suppliers, customers, and other colleagues within the finance department.

Examples of tasks:

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Responsible for correct ongoing accounting and bookkeeping.
• Prepare and review balance reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Contribute to the preparation of annual reports and audit documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal control procedures.

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Responsible for and supporting processes within accounts payable and receivable.
• Follow up on outstanding receivables and payables, and investigate discrepancies.
• Ensure correct and efficient handling of invoices and payments.

Internal Control and Compliance

• Maintain strong internal control procedures and documented processes.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Identify risks and suggest improvements within financial processes.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate closely with operational managers and support functions.
• Provide financial support and guidance to colleagues.
• Contribute to improvement and development initiatives within the finance department.

We are looking for someone who has

• Experience in accounting or a similar financial function.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software.
• Very good skills in Excel and good analytical ability.
• Fluent Swedish and English in both speech and writing.

To succeed in the role, we see that you are structured, detail-oriented, and analytical. You take initiative, work responsibly, and are a person others can trust. You collaborate well and thrive in a service-oriented role with many contact points. Furthermore, you have an interest in development and improvement work and actively contribute to creating efficient processes and routines.

This is initially a fixed-term contract to cover parental leave until June 2027. For the right person, however, there are good opportunities for the role to develop into a permanent position later on, depending on the business's needs.

We Offer

An important role in a business with high ambitions, with the opportunity to influence and contribute to the development of the finance function. Here, you will have an engaged and supportive team as colleagues.

Join Go-Ahead Sweden and help shape the future of public transport with us. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our community. 🚍