Group AP/AR Administrator

About the role

Akind is a family of brands (Academic Work, Brights, Winona, Crowd Collective) located in six European countries. We are now looking for a Group AP/AR Administrator to join our international finance team based in Linköping.

In the Group AP/AR team, we manage three core processes: Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Credit. You will join a dedicated team of six colleagues with diverse experiences. Together, we handle the financial flows for approximately 35 companies across six countries. While you will specialize in one of these processes, our aim is for everyone in the team to gain knowledge of the entire flow. This promotes knowledge sharing, personal growth, and a team that is always ready to support one another.

Work tasks

Example of main duties in the team include:

• Accounts Payable: Manage the entire flow from invoice arrival to payment and post-control. You will set up new suppliers, handle reminders, and manage communication internally and externally
• Accounts Receivable: Invoicing for our various companies and providing support throughout the process. You will act as a problem solver and guide colleagues across the organization on billing issues.
• Credit: Conduct manual credit assessments for new and existing customers, reconciling bank payments, and managing potential debt risks.
• Provide first-class support in AP/AR and credit to colleagues across the organization, as well as to our clients and suppliers.
• Contribute to best practices to increase quality and efficiency. You will work daily in systems like Workday, Basware, and Google Sheets, and we encourage you to challenge our current ways of working as we evolve.

You will be part of a larger finance department in Linköping consisting of approximately 30 employees. Our culture is defined by ambitious and kind people; we are convinced that our employees are the foundation of our growth. That is why we invest in both individual development and strong leadership.

We are looking for

To thrive and succeed in this role, we believe you have a good understanding of the financial flow—you see the connections and understand how an error at the start of a process affects the final result.

Requirements:

• Experience: Previous experience working within a finance department or relevant studies in accounting/finance.
• Experience from delivering great service to customers or colleagues.
• Language: Fluency in English is required for daily international contact with clients and colleagues. Swedish is a plus since most of the informal conversations at the office are in Swedish, but not a requirement.
• You are comfortable working in various systems. Experience with Workday or Basware is a plus.

Personal Attributes: We are looking for a highly responsible and orderly individual who handles sensitive data with the highest level of accuracy. You have a supportive mindset and build trust easily with both internal and external partners. Furthermore, you manage to stay calm and professional even when explaining complex financial decisions to a stressed colleague. You enjoy an international, fast-changing environment where continuous improvement is the norm.

Recruitment Process

1. Logic and personality tests (Alva Labs)
2. Phone interview with Talent Acquisition
3. Digital interview with Talent Acquisition
4. Final interview with the Hiring Manager and a chance to meet the team.

The final date to apply is January 30th, but the recruitment process is ongoing so we may proceed with candidates to the next stage before the final date to apply.

Why join us?

• Community: We are a team that truly enjoys working together. We have a policy of being in the office at least three days a week (Tuesdays and Fridays are our fixed team days).
• Benefits: You’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous wellness allowance, occupational pension, and health insurance. Plus, we enjoy "Akind Breakfast" on Tuesdays and "Finance Breakfast" on Fridays!
• Development: You will receive a warm onboarding where we train you with care. As part of a company aiming to lead the way in digital innovation, you will have great opportunities to grow alongside us and within the team.

Akind

Akind is a family of brands (Academic Work, Brights, Winona and Crowd Collective) working together with the aim of making people and businesses grow. You can find us in Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Germany, and Switzerland.

Why choose us? We consciously invest in digital innovation and smart working methods to stay at the forefront of our industry. Here you not only get the opportunity to influence – you get to be part of leading the way. Furthermore, we see it as our mission to help people grow, whether you are at the beginning of your career or an experienced professional looking for your next challenge. We also have an unbeatable company culture where we challenge, inspire, and support each other so that we can grow together. You can read more about what we offer on our career site.