Accounting Team Lead

Netlight Consulting; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Netlight Consulting in Stockholm is seeking a Team Lead in Accounting to guide a global team of GL accountants and enhance finance processes. This role requires a strong background in finance with at least 5 years of relevant experience and a university degree in Finance or Accounting.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership skills, an inclusive approach, and a passion for process improvement. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, supporting financial closings, and driving system implementations.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or a similar field.
• Experience with leading cloud-based ERP solutions is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily general ledger and accounting operations.
• Drive the month-end and year-end closings and reporting processes.
• Ensure balance sheet reconciliations and income statement review.
• Oversee annual financial reporting and audits.
• Manage VAT, tax, and authority reporting.
• Streamline and improve financial routines globally.
• Support and coach team members in a collaborative environment.
• Act as project lead in system implementation and development.

Skills

5+ years of experience in finance or accounting

Experience in ERP system implementation

Solution-oriented and proactive

Leadership and team development

Education

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent

Job description

Are you a driven and committed finance professional with a genuine passion for accounting, leadership, and process development?

Netlight is seeking a Team Lead within accounting, who will be responsible for leading a team of GL accountants globally as well as supporting the continuous improvement of finance processes globally. The position is located in our office in Stockholm but you will be collaborating with colleagues across all our offices in an international Finance team.

Who you are

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience within finance, accounting, or a similar field.
• Experience from an ERP system implementation is highly preferable; experience with leading cloud‑based ERP solutions is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to drive improvements and manage change in finance processes.
• Experience from a similar team‑lead or senior accountant/controller role is meriting.
• You are solution‑oriented, proactive, and thrive in a fast‑paced, constantly evolving international environment.
• You are an inclusive and humble leader, eager to develop both yourself and your team.

What you will do

• Lead and oversee daily general ledger and accounting operations.
• Drive and support the month‑end and year‑end closings and reporting processes in cooperation with the group financial controller.
• Ensure balance sheet reconciliations and income statement review.
• Oversee annual financial reporting and audit.
• Manage VAT, tax, and other authority reporting.
• Streamline and improve financial routines and processes on a global scale.
• Support and coach your team members, nurturing a collaborative and high‑performing environment.
• Act as project lead or finance expert in system implementation and development projects.

Application

Full‑time position located in central Stockholm.