Financial Reporting and Accounting Specialist - Fixed Term Contract

Northvolt

Northvolt

Accounting & Finance
Stockholm, Sweden
Posted on Apr 12, 2024

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and competent Interim Financial Reporting and Accounting Specialist with one year fixed term contract to support our growing finance team and play an important role in IFRS reporting and implementation of consolidation and reporting tools. The successful individual will have a keen interest in accounting, and also be a “go to” expert where complex transactions need to be analysed and new accounting standards are released to assess the impact on the organisation.

You will play an important role in accounting function of a company, preparing high-quality financial statements and ensuring that accounting records are kept appropriately and that reported results comply with accounting standards (IFRS and K3) and relevant legislation.

Some of the key duties include analysing complex transactions and writing accounting memos, co-ordinating and assisting Group Financial Control Manager with the preparation of the monthly, quarterly and yearly financial statements and other periodic financial reports, ensuring that the finance team operates within a robust control environment and being the principle point of contact for external auditors.

You will also contribute to ensuring that financial systems are fit for purpose, are appropriately maintained and will help identify areas for improvement.

Ultimately, you’ll help maintain our company’s financial health and make sure we use our resources beneficially. You will gain increasing experience as the company grows whilst utilising the best technology and develop processes for a lean mean finance function.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Preparing thorough documentation relating to the complex accounting transactions in accordance with IFRS and K3.
  • Assisting the Group Financial Control Manager with further development and maintenance of the consolidation tool together with IT department.
  • Developing the Group's monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting processes, including liaising with the business to obtain relevant reporting deliverables on a timely basis.
  • Working closely with the business to ensure that accounting policies are implemented properly.
  • Providing expert technical accounting advice and guidance which includes implementing new changes, requirements and improvements as well as training to the team.
  • Supporting with technical accounting papers and acting as a point of contact for external auditors on any technical accounting matters.
  • Co-ordinating and assisting the Group Financial Control Manager with the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements whilst ensuring that the internal and external reporting deadlines are met.
  • Assisting with the audit process and liaising with external personnel as required.
  • Streamlining and improving accounting systems and operations.
  • Ensuring compliance with IFRS and K3 accounting standards and relevant legislation.

Apply with CV in English or your complete LinkedIn profile.

One year fixed term employment, fixed salary.
Planned starting date is asap.

Please note that candidates considered for employment with NV may be subject to a mandatory background check process.