Accounting Specialist (fixed-term contract)

 Posted a month ago
  
 Sweden
  
2-5 years experience
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Manage day-to-day accounting, monthly and annual closing processes, and ensure compliant financial reporting for Nordic operations. Collaborate with group functions to handle tax, treasury, and statutory reporting requirements.

We are currently looking for two Accounting Specialists to join our Nordic team for two maternity covers – one until Q2 next 2027 and the other until September 2027. In these roles, you will primarily work with our operations across the Nordics. You will be part of a highly skilled and collaborative finance team with colleagues across the region. This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a global company where the finance function plays a key role in driving continued growth and improvement.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage day-to-day accounting for various business areas

  • Drive monthly and annual closing processes

  • Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and policies

  • Ensure accurate, complete, and compliant financial reporting

  • Handle local statutory reporting and tax-related matters

  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations in line with group guidelines

  • Monitor cash flows and manage the transfer of funds to the Group

  • Collaborate with Group functions such as tax, insurance, Treasury and legal entity management

We believe you:

  • Have several years of experience in accounting, preferably from an audit firm or a larger organization

  • Hold a relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent

  • Have strong skills in Excel and experience with financial systems

  • Have a solid understanding of Swedish accounting standards and regulatory requirements

  • Have an analytical mindset and the ability to translate data into actionable insights

  • Are results-driven with a solution-oriented mindset

  • Have strong communication skills and enjoy working in an international environment

  • Are fluent in English and at least one Nordic language, both written and spoken

  • Experience in accounting across multiple Nordic countries is considered an advantage

Other information:

  • Employment type: Fixed-term contract (maternity cover until Q2 + September 2027)

  • Location: Flexible within the Nordics (Sweden preferred)

  • Start date: As agreed

We will offer you a role where you will have the chance to meet many different types of companies, where you will truly be able to utilize your solution-oriented approach and work with one of the world's leading companies in our industry.

Who are Intertek?
Intertek has a history spanning over 100 years in audits and quality work. Although our offerings have changed significantly with new innovations, our purpose remains the same. Together with our 47,000+ employees worldwide, we perform independent product testing for our customers across many different industries. We also audit and certify processes in areas such as environment, occupational health and safety, and quality, providing customers with pride in their product safety and processes.

We are a workplace that offers everything needed for you to focus on your work, such as collective agreements and a good benefits package.
For us, you as an employee are important, so we also offer flexible working hours, wellness benefits, and opportunities for self-development to help you find balance and motivation in your daily life.

We review applications on an ongoing basis, so please feel free to submit yours in English today—we would love to have a chance to speak with you as soon as possible. Click the button to get in touch with us!

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