Accountant, Vantaa

Academic Work Finland Oy; Uusimaa; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Academic Work Finland Oy is seeking a candidate to support their road business division in Vantaa. You will play a critical role in maintaining high-quality accounting standards and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

The position offers a 12-month fixed-term contract, working with an international virtual team across the Nordics. Candidates should have an educational background in accounting and advanced English proficiency, along with Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in English required.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles is necessary.
• Good skills in Microsoft Excel are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting and month-end closing activities.
• Verify and ensure the accuracy of accounts payable and VAT entries.
• Manage fixed asset accounting and IFRS 16 related items.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in English

Good skills in Microsoft Excel

Basic knowledge of general accounting principles

Education

Educational background in Accounting

Tools

SAP or similar ERP systems

Job description

About the role

You will support the road business division by ensuring accurate financial reporting. As part of a virtual team spanning several cluster countries, you will play a key role in maintaining high-quality accounting standards.

Our client provides a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to start with. You will get the chance to work in a supportive, modern office in Vantaa. In this role you will develop your skills in a rapid environment and build your expertise with your team members all over the Nordics.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting and month‑end closing activities
• Verify and ensure the accuracy of accounts payable and VAT entries
• Manage fixed asset accounting and IFRS 16 related items
• Support the Shared Service Center with financial inquiries and reconciliations
• Utilize Excel for data analysis and financial reporting
• Collaborate with international team members across the Nordic and Baltic regions
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in English
• Basic knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
• Good skills in Microsoft Excel
• Educational background in Accounting
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a fast‑paced environment

Preferred qualifications

• Good knowledge of Finnish, Swedish, Estonian, or Russian
• Previous experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Familiarity with IFRS standards, specifically IFRS 16
• Experience working within a Shared Service Center (SSC) environment

Personal skills

• Stress tolerant
• Social
• Responsible
• Assertive
• Intellectually curious

Osaamisalue: Pankki-, rahoitus- & vakuutusala