General Accounting - Apprentice (m/f/d)

Minnovation International AB

Location: Stockholm | Reports to: CFO | Employment type: Full-time Join Minnovation as our Senior Accountant Minnovation is looking for an experienced and hands-on Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Stockholm. This is a key role for someone who enjoys high-quality accounting, structured closing processes, statutory compliance and continuous improvement in an international and entrepreneurial environment. As Senior Accountant, you will take ownership of core accounting routines for Minnovation’s Swedish entities and support selected group accounting activities. You will work closely with the CFO and collaborate with colleagues, payroll providers, auditors, banks and external authorities to ensure accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting. About Minnovation Minnovation is an international HR consulting and business services company headquartered in Stockholm. We support companies and individuals across the Nordic region and wider European markets with services including staffing, recruitment, training, outsourcing, workforce administration and related business support. With a multicultural team and strong experience from Europe, the Nordic region and China, we help customers navigate employment, administration, finance and cross-border business requirements. About the role In this role, you will be responsible for accurate day-to-day accounting, monthly and year-end closing, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT and tax-related reporting, payroll accounting support, audit documentation and process quality. The role is operational and detail-oriented, but also offers the opportunity to improve routines, strengthen internal controls and contribute to better finance processes as the company continues to grow. Key responsibilities Own and maintain accurate accounting records for Minnovation’s Swedish entities. Lead monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, cut-off checks and closing documentation. Prepare and document balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, AR, AP, tax, payroll-related and intercompany accounts. Prepare VAT, employer tax and other recurring statutory reports in line with Swedish requirements. Support payroll accounting by reconciling salary costs, employer contributions, vacation pay, pension-related costs and other personnel-related balances. Manage bank reconciliations, payment administration and cash-balance follow-up. Prepare accounting schedules, audit files and supporting documentation for external audits, annual accounts and tax reviews. Support group accounting routines, including intercompany reconciliations, basic consolidation input and reporting package preparation. Support budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow follow-up by providing accurate accounting data and explanations of key variances. Improve accounting routines, closing checklists, reconciliation standards and internal control procedures. Who we are looking for We are looking for a structured, accurate and self-driven accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of recurring finance processes and improving how things are done. You are comfortable working hands-on with detailed accounting tasks while also understanding the bigger picture behind financial reporting, compliance and internal control. Qualifications and experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field. Minimum 5 years of qualified accounting experience, preferably including month-end and year-end closing in a Swedish company or group environment. Solid knowledge of Swedish accounting rules and statutory reporting requirements, including Swedish GAAP, K2/K3, the Swedish Annual Accounts Act, VAT, employer taxes and annual accounts. Experience with general ledger accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, cut-off, AR/AP processes, bank reconciliations and audit preparation. Experience with payroll accounting, personnel cost reconciliations and cooperation with payroll providers is highly desirable. Experience from a group structure, international environment, service business, staffing, consulting, payroll or outsourcing/EOR-related operations is an advantage. Strong system skills, including accounting or ERP systems such as Visma or equivalent, and advanced Excel skills. Excellent written and spoken Swedish and English; Chinese or another relevant language is an advantage but not required. Personal skills Strong accounting judgement and ability to identify risks in balances, cut-off, accruals, tax reporting and payroll-related accounts. High attention to detail, accuracy and documentation quality. Structured and process-oriented, with the ability to improve routines, checklists and internal controls. Hands-on, self-driven and comfortable working independently. Analytical and able to explain accounting variances and financial issues clearly. High integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial, payroll, employee and customer-related information. Collaborative and service-minded, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders. What we offer A key finance role in an international and growing HR consulting and business services company. Close collaboration with the CFO and exposure to both Swedish and international finance topics. A broad and hands-on accounting role with real ownership of closing quality, reconciliations and statutory compliance. The opportunity to improve finance routines, strengthen internal controls and contribute to more efficient processes. A multicultural working environment with colleagues and customers across several markets.

Candela Technology AB

Want to shape the future of waterborne transport and join a world-class team? Candela is the global leader in electric hydrofoil vessels. Since 2014, we’ve gone from building our first premium electric speedboat in a small Stockholm workshop to delivering game-changing vessels around the globe. The Candela P-12 is our latest innovation - the world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry is not just operating in Stockholm, but now attracting orders from around the world. Our boats “fly” thanks to computer-guided underwater wings under the hull made out of lightweight carbon fiber. The wings lift the vessel above the water, which results in cutting energy use by up to 80%, while offering zero emissions and a far better passenger experience than traditional diesel vessels. And that’s exactly why we do this. Our mission is clear: to speed up the transition to fossil fuel–free lakes and oceans. You can be part of the amazing team in Candela now! We are looking for Accountant to support Candela’s future growth ambitions. Purpose and Goals We are looking for an Accountant that wants to be a part of our journey. You will work with accounting, taxes and financial reporting. You will also have a key role in establishing new ways of working and developing the accounting function. The accounting function is today outsourced in Sweden and US but as we grow, tasks and responsibility will gradually be taken over by the Finance team. You will be able to support Candelas continued expansion phase to ensure that we maintain high-quality in our financial reporting processes. Your role will cover a broad range of tasks with a good degree of variation. Your core responsibilities will include: Create, send and collect on all customer invoices, accounts receivable Manage and record customer payments and deposits into the accounting system Update and reconcile banks and stripe accounts · Manage accounts payable and vendor management Post general journal entries to ensure proper recording of new purchases and disposal Assist with other prepaid and accrual journal entries on a monthly basis Assist in month-end review and balance sheet reconciliation Assist in tax filings and statutory reporting Ad hoc reporting and special projects, as requested Payroll administration, support and reconciliation of accounting Review financial information for accuracy, report errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency Follow up on internal controls and their support of the governance framewor What are we looking for? Bachelor’s degree within Business Administration or relevant education, preferably with focus on accounting · Relevant working experience with accounting, payroll or similar · General understanding of accounting principles such as K3 and/or IFRS · Good communication skills in both Swedish and English, both verbal and writte Behaviours: We believe that you have a solid team working ethic, takes a positive approach to resolving issues and can deliver outstanding accounting. You like problem-solving and want to be a part of a fast-growing company. You also have the ability to work independently and manage different projects at the same time Form of employment: Full-time with initial 6 month probation period Start date: ASAP Location/base: Rotebro/Frihamnen Team: Finance /FLIT Reporting to: Accounting Manager Why people love working at Candela? At Candela, we’re not just building electric vessels - we’re creating a whole new category of clean, efficient waterborne transport. You get the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, solving complex challenges, and seeing the results in action - sometimes literally, when we organize test rides for our newcomers! We’re a diverse and ambitious team of over 50 nationalities, united by a revolutionary spirit and kindness. That means we work hard, but always with humility and while having fun - whether it’s solving a manufacturing challenge, improving processes, or cheering each other on during Candela Months, our year-round calendar of bonding activities and events. We’re office-first but not office-only. We believe collaboration is most powerful when we build together, in person - but we also trust our team to work in ways that fit their life. At Candela, you’ll find a place where bold ideas are welcomed, great people are celebrated, and the ride is just as important as the destination. Recruitment process: We aim to keep our recruitment process as straightforward and efficient as possible. As an international company with English as our corporate language, the entire process is conducted in English. Therefore, please submit your application in our corporate language as well. Kindly note that we cannot process applications sent via email due to GDPR so please use our career website for you application. We welcome the opportunity to meet you!

Opentable

Director, Accounting Location: London (UK) – Hybrid (2 days per week in office)   With millions of diners, 60,000+ restaurant partners and 25+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader with a passion for helping restaurants thrive. Our world-class technology empowers restaurants to focus on what matters most – their team, their guests, and their bottom line – while enabling diners to discover and book the perfect restaurant for every occasion.  Every employee at OpenTable has a tangible impact on what we do and how we do it. You’ll also be part of a global team and its portfolio of metasearch brands. Hospitality is all about taking care of others, and it defines our culture.   About the Role A fast-paced, global business with significant growth ambitions, and an Accounting function entering a period of transformation to support that growth. This is an exciting opportunity to drive that agenda, with full ownership of the numbers and the scope to shape what comes next for the function. Reporting directly to the VP, Controllership and working in a leadership team alongside Reporting, Risk, and Payroll, the Director, Accounting holds full accountability for the completeness and accuracy of the Global General Ledger across the full P&L and Balance Sheet. This role will lead a team of accounting professionals and drive an improvement agenda that scales the function to meet the demands of a fast-paced business — through hands-on ownership of the numbers, critical thinking on every estimate and judgement, and continued development of the function beyond process compliance.   What You’ll Do Own the Global General Ledger & Financial Close * Ultimate accountability for the Global GL under US GAAP, including the completeness, accuracy, and timely close of all entities worldwide * Build and lead a scalable end-to-end close operating model; set standards, drive consistency, and coach the team to execute with rigour * Maintain the quality of balance sheet reconciliations and close deliverables; identify and resolve issues in a timely manner, applying critical evaluation alongside sound accounting and commercial judgement * Estimates, accruals, and accounting positions that accurately reflect the pace and trajectory of the business, with the accounting telling the true story behind the numbers * Deliver authoritative monthly and quarterly P&L and balance sheet flux analysis — clear on commercial and accounting drivers, risks and opportunities, and material one-off items   Apply and Uphold Technical Accounting Standards * The senior escalation point for accounting matters across the business; research, document, and defend positions on complex and novel issues * Provide technical accounting support to business growth and commercial deals, including under ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition) and other judgement-intensive areas * Ground accounting in US GAAP principles and policies, with technical rigour as the baseline * Evaluate the accounting treatment of commercial arrangements with technical precision and commercial awareness * Critical thinking on every judgement call, with standard methodology as a starting point rather than a substitute for judgement     Drive Continuous Improvement * Own the improvement agenda — simplify, standardise, and automate close processes, leading with the adoption of AI and enabling technology * Partner across Finance, Enterprise Systems and AI Enablement on systems transformation that scales the function for the future * Define and embed quality standards, governance frameworks, and documentation requirements across a geographically dispersed team * Partner with Finance Operations and the Center of Excellence to maintain clear ownership and consistent execution across time zones (US West Coast, US East Coast, UK, India).    Lead & Develop the Team * Coach and develop a team of accounting professionals, building technical capability and succession depth within the function * Create a high-performing team culture grounded in clear expectations, mutual accountability, meaningful development, and direct, honest communication Partner Across the Organisation * Build strong relationships with Finance and Commercial business partners; bring commercial perspective to accounting judgements *   Represent the Accounting function with confidence and credibility at senior management level    What You’ll Bring Experience & Qualifications * Fully-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA or equivalent) * Significant post-qualification experience in financial accounting leadership, with full GL accountability and ownership of the end-to-end close cycle across a complex, multi-entity, global business — including the completeness and accuracy of the numbers * Proven track record of leading and developing teams of qualified accountants and people managers   Skills & Ways of Working * Deep technical grounding in US GAAP, with the confidence to take and defend positions on complex matters * Numbers-first with strong ownership of accuracy — credible at senior stakeholder level, telling the story behind the numbers and comfortable pushing back when warranted * A natural change leader with an improvement mindset — builds the case, brings the team along, and delivers lasting change at pace * A high-performing people leader, invested in growth and outcomes * At ease in fast-paced, global complexity, fluent across both strategic and detailed work   Benefits and Perks * 5 weeks paid vacation * Time off for your birthday * Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days per year * Focus on mental health and well-being: * Company-paid therapy sessions through SpringHealth * Company-paid subscription to Headspace * Annual company-wide week off a year - the whole team fully recharges (and returns without a pile-up of work!) * Paid parental leave * Paid volunteer time * Focus on your career growth: * Development Dollars * Leadership development * Access to thousands of on-demand e-learnings * Travel Discounts * Employee Resource Groups * Private health & dental insurance * Income protection and life assurance * Employee Assistance Program - including 24/7 GP & free legal advice * Pension plan contributions * Discounted gym membership * Bike2Work * Season ticket loan * Social events & Thursday happy hours * Free lunch 2 days per week   Work Environment & Flexibility At OpenTable, we pride ourselves on fostering a global and dynamic work environment. As a team member with us, you will benefit from a schedule tailored to accommodate a global workforce operating across multiple time zones. While the majority of your responsibilities may align with conventional business hours, there will be instances where you are expected to manage communications - via calls, Slack messages, or emails - outside of regular working hours to effectively collaborate with international colleagues, respond to restaurant partners, and/or address urgent matters. OpenTable will always abide by and consider local laws and regulations. Inclusion We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We know the best ideas come when we bring different voices to the table, so we're building a team as dynamic as the diners and restaurants we serve—and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, or on the job, we’re here to support you. Please reach out to your recruiter to request any accommodations. #LI-LT1 #LI-Hybrid