Senior Accountant

Lyten AB; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyten AB in Västerås is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage general ledger accounting and fixed asset controlling. The successful candidate will support the preparation of financial statements and drive technical accounting compliance under IFRS and Swedish GAAP.

You will play a crucial role in the month-end close, maintain the fixed asset register, and help improve accounting processes. Ideal candidates will have at least 4–6 years of accounting experience, particularly within a Swedish entity or subsidiary.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in general ledger accounting.
• At least 2 years with direct responsibility for fixed asset controlling.
• Knowledge of IFRS and Swedish GAAP is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the fixed asset register for Lyten AB.
• Develop and maintain fixed asset accounting policy.
• Lead month-end close for assigned areas.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Fixed asset controlling

Financial reporting

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or economics

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

Job Scope

High level purpose of function.

This role owns and manages general ledger accounting, with ownership of the fixed asset register and related controlling activities. The Accountant drives technical accounting compliance under IFRS and Swedish GAAP (K3), supports the preparation of statutory and management financial statements, and acts as a key contributor to the monthly close cycle. This role requires independent judgement, a strong grasp of accounting policy, and the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, tax, and external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

Overall areas of responsibilities and activities

• Fixed Asset Controlling: Act as the primary owner of the fixed asset register for Lyten AB. Record asset additions, transfers, disposals, and impairments in line with the company’s fixed asset accounting policy. Perform monthly depreciation runs, validate useful life assumptions against physical asset reviews, and reconcile the fixed asset sub-ledger to the general ledger.
• Fixed Asset Policy: Develop and maintain fixed asset accounting policy. Define capitalisation thresholds, depreciation methods, and asset category classifications. Review and update the policy at least annually, or when triggered by changes to IFRS standards or business operations. Train relevant stakeholders on policy requirements and act as the go-to contact for fixed asset accounting queries across the organisation.
• Technical Accounting: Research and document accounting positions for complex or non-routine transactions, including lease assessments under IFRS, R&D capitalisation, and grant accounting. Liaise with the external auditors to align on positions ahead of the year-end audit.
• Financial Statements Support: Support the preparation of the annual report under K3.
• Month-End Close: Lead the month-end close for assigned areas, including preparation and posting of accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and intercompany entries. Perform balance sheet reconciliations for all assigned accounts and resolve open items within the close calendar. Produce the monthly fixed asset movement schedule and variance commentary for management reporting.
• General Ledger Integrity: Prepare, review, and post journal entries with full supporting documentation. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations across assigned accounts, including bank, prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and intercompany balances. Identify and elevate reconciling items that require write‑off or adjustment approval.
• Audit and Internal Controls: Serve as the primary contact for external auditors on fixed asset and balance sheet topics. Prepare audit schedules, PBC listings, and supporting documentation within agreed deadlines. Contribute to the design and documentation of internal controls relevant to the record‑to‑report process and support any internal control testing or self‑assessment activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, particularly around the fixed asset cycle and close procedures. Drive automation where possible within the ERP and contribute to the finance team’s broader efficiency agenda.

Accountability/Authorization

• Budget Responsibility: No.
• Direct Reports: No.
• Decision Authority: Authorised to finalise and certify balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset schedules for assigned accounts. Can independently post standard and recurring journal entries. Proposes non‑standard entries and technical accounting positions for approval by the Accounting Manager. Acts as the decision‑maker on fixed asset classification, useful life assessments, and capitalisation eligibility within the boundaries of the approved fixed asset policy.
• Work Environment Responsibility : No.

All employees are accountable for complying with safety regulations and actively supporting a safe workplace

Requirements

Educational background and previous experience required for the role.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or economics. A relevant professional qualification is preferred.
• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in general ledger accounting, preferably including at least 2 years with direct responsibility for fixed asset controlling. Experience from a Swedish legal entity or Swedish subsidiary of an international company is strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and Swedish GAAP + familiarity with Swedish statutory reporting requirements.

Qualifications and experience

• Deep technical proficiency in general ledger accounting, fixed asset controlling, and financial reporting under IFRS and K3.
• Experience and knowledge of Dynamics 365, or similar tools.
• Experience with Swedish tax compliance and international pricing is a plus

Specific skills

• Strong technical proficiency in accounting and financial reporting.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS).
• Structured and detail-oriented work style with a track record of meeting close deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable working with ambiguity in an early-stage or growth-phase company.