Jefferson Wells is now seeking an Accounting Specialist with payroll responsibility for a consulting assignment in Helsingborg. This role is perfect for you if you enjoy combining accounting and payroll administration and appreciate working in an operations-focused position with significant independent responsibility.
Here you will have the opportunity to work broadly within finance while managing the company's payroll and contributing to efficient and well-functioning processes within both finance and HR administration.
About the Role
As an Accounting Specialist with payroll responsibility, you will be part of the finance function and work closely with the accounting manager, finance manager, and HR function. The role combines qualified accounting work with independent responsibility for the company's payroll management.
You will work both operatively and administratively, playing a key role in ensuring that financial processes and payroll-related matters are handled correctly and on time. For the right person, there is also the opportunity to gradually take on greater responsibility in HR-related areas.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will work with:
Ongoing bookkeeping and finance administration
VAT and tax management
Year-end closing work and support with annual report preparation
Monthly reporting, including Intrastat and Norwegian VAT
Payment reminders and follow-up on accounts receivable
Support to auditors during audits and reviews
Management of payroll documentation, payroll calculations, and salary payments
Administration of pensions, benefits, and travel expenses
Time reporting, absence management, and vacation administration
Reporting to authorities in accordance with laws, regulations, and collective agreements
Management of employer contributions, taxes, and other personnel-related payments
Administration and updating of the company's payroll system
For the right candidate, the role may also include support in HR administration, such as work with employment contracts, personnel documentation, and employee handbook.
Your Profile
We are looking for someone with experience in both accounting and payroll administration who enjoys working in a broad role where you can combine structure, analysis, and service.
We would like to see that you have:
Academic degree in finance, accounting, or equivalent education
Experience as an Accounting Specialist
Strong knowledge of accounting, taxes, and VAT
Experience with payroll administration and payroll processes
Good system skills and experience with business and payroll systems
Very good skills in Swedish and English, both spoken and written
Merits include experience in employment law, collective agreements, and training in payroll matters.
Your Personality
To succeed in this role, we believe you are thorough, organized, and responsible. You work independently, have high integrity, and enjoy having many points of contact.
You have good communication skills and enjoy supporting both managers and employees with financial and administrative matters.
Assignment Information
Assignment Type: Consulting assignment
Location: Helsingborg
Scope: Full-time
Start: By agreement
Assignment Duration: 3 months with possibility for extension
About Jefferson Wells
Jefferson Wells is a consulting and recruitment firm specialized in providing expertise for managers and specialists in fields including technology, finance, procurement, HR, and supply chain. With deep industry knowledge and close collaboration with both clients and consultants, we create precise matches that strengthen operations and provide our candidates with excellent opportunities for long-term career development.
Jefferson Wells operates in approximately 50 locations in Sweden and in more than 50 countries globally and is part of ManpowerGroup. Through our strong network and continuous flow of assignments, we can offer many exciting career opportunities with attractive employers.
How to Apply
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