Accounting Associate, AP & GL

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Associate to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounts payable (AP) and general ledger (GL) functions, with the ability to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, ensuring correct approvals, coding, and VAT treatment.
• Maintain vendor records and handle supplier queries promptly and professionally.
• Administer approval workflows for orders and approvals.
• Prepare payment runs for review and approval.
• Manage employee expense claims, liaising with employees and line managers on anomalies.
• Ensure all bank transactions are reconciled and supported with documentation.
• Assist with other supplier-related ad hoc tasks.
• Manage subscription/contracts tracking.
• Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• End-of-month and end-of-year closing procedures and reconciliations.
• Comply with IFRS for bookkeeping and financial statements.
• Assist in maintaining robust financial controls by ensuring compliance with organizational guidelines and procedures, and government regulations.
• Annual accounts audits and general ledger preparation and assistance.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in English.
• Knowledge of accounting, economics, and financial principles.
• Strong quantitative skills.
• Thoroughness, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Process-driven.
• Critical thinking.
• Confidentiality and discretion.
• Knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite is a plus.
• Experience with EU VAT legislations and processes is a plus, particularly Sweden.

Qualifications

• Accounting, business administration or finance bachelor’s degree.