Accounting & Administration Specialist

About the role

The company is a global leader dedicated to creating innovative safety and technical equipment for specialized professional and outdoor environments. With over a thousand employees globally and a strong international presence, the organization focuses on high-quality solutions that protect and support individuals working or operating in demanding environments.

The Role

As the Accounting & Administration Specialist, you will play a key role in managing financial operations, payroll, and administration across Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Denmark. You will work closely with the regional Managing Director and collaborate with the global Finance team at the international headquarters.

Work tasks

• Finance & Accounting: Oversee GL, AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and tax (VAT and CIT returns) within an international framework.
• Reporting & Analysis: Lead month-end closing, prepare yearly budgets/quarterly forecasts, and provide variance analysis to support decision-making.
• Payroll Management: Manage the full payroll process and coordinate with pension providers alongside external partners.
• HR & Admin: Support the Managing Director with administrative tasks, expense processes, and holiday scheduling.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with auditors, banks, and global HQ while identifying cost-optimization initiatives.

We are looking for

• Experience: Around 3–5 years of professional experience in accounting and finance, with a solid understanding of the full accounting cycle.
• Regional Knowledge: Experience working with Nordic regulatory requirements (specifically Finland, Norway, and/or Denmark).
• Languages: Fluency in English and at least one Nordic language.
• Mindset: An autonomous and proactive mindset—you take initiative and enjoy ownership.
• Skills: Great organizational skills and a structured way of working.

Meritorious:

• Experience working with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP).

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.