Economic Consultant within Accounting & Process Improvement
For a large Nordic group, we are looking for an experienced and self-driven consultant who wants to contribute to developing and streamlining the finance function's work within VAT and tax-related processes.
The assignment is located within a centralized finance function and involves supporting the business in the work of coordinating, standardizing, and improving financial processes in several Nordic countries.
The role combines practical accounting work with process development, where the focus lies on creating clear routines, efficient workflows, and a more uniform handling of VAT and tax-related tasks.
About the role
We are looking for you who have a solid foundation in accounting and an interest in developing financial processes. You are used to working operationally, take your own initiatives, and have the ability to identify areas for improvement and translate them into concrete solutions.
You do not need to be a specialist in VAT or tax. The most important thing is that you have a good understanding of accounting processes, are analytical, and thrive in a role where you get to combine ongoing financial work with change and improvement initiatives.
Main tasks
Analyze, map, and document current routines and workflows within the VAT and tax area.
Identify opportunities to simplify, coordinate, and standardize existing processes.
Participate in the transfer of finance-related tasks from local operations to a centralized finance function.
Contribute to establishing common routines and working methods for the Nordic operations.
Work operationally with VAT and tax-related reporting, follow-up, and quality assurance.
Conduct analyses and suggest improvements within financial processes and reporting flows.
Support initiatives aimed at increased automation and reduced manual handling.
Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure effective and sustainable work processes.
Requirements for experience and competence
Very good knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and processing extensive datasets.
Experience of SAP or other major business systems (ERP).
Post-secondary education in finance, accounting, or equivalent relevant work experience.
At least 2–3 years of experience in qualified accounting work, preferably from a large organization.
Practical experience of month-end closing, account reconciliations, and control of financial information.
Basic knowledge of VAT and tax-related routines.
Good ability to express yourself in English, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently, methodically, and solution-oriented.
Merit qualifications
Good analytical ability and experience in interpreting and processing financial information.
Previous experience of VAT and tax reporting within one of the Nordic countries.
Experience from a Shared Service Center or finance operations with extensive transaction flows.
Good knowledge of Swedish and/or other Nordic languages.
Experience in developing, streamlining, and coordinating financial processes through standardization and centralization.
Knowledge of analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI, Power Query, or equivalent.
Experience collaborating with external service providers or outsourced finance functions.
Experience of working in large Nordic or international organizations.
Personal qualities
We are looking for you who are solution-oriented, self-driven, and analytical, with a strong drive to develop and improve working methods. You work structured, take responsibility, and translate ideas into concrete results. You are also communicative, collaborative, and unpretentious, and you enjoy working operationally and hands-on.
Commencement and application:
Start date: 2026-10-26
End date: 2027-03-31. Possibility of extension
Last application date: 2026-10-15
Remote work: 2 days/week
Location: Stockholm
Selection and interviews take place continuously!
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