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Thank you for your interest! This position is flexible and hybrid, only candidates that are within commuting distance to Chicago or open to relocate will be under consideration for this role. We encourage at least 1 day on site per week.
Get to know our people and our culture on our company LinkedIn page, here! _https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/business-sweden-americas/posts/?feedView=all_
Business Sweden is looking to hire an experienced accountant to join our Business Incubation and Operations (BIO) team. We are considering Mid-Senior level applicants for this role.
Business Sweden established in 2014 and has since rapidly expanded to 40
countries with 550
employees all over the world. In the US, we have offices in New York, San Francisco and Chicago. Together, we make up one of the most successful, progressive and dynamic business units in Business Sweden in the largest economy in the world. Our role is to help Swedish companies reach their full international potential by providing consultancy services and administrative support.
Why we need you?
_ To support our clients __€“_ You will provide expert financial advice and administrative accounting support to our clients who offer products and services spanning across 7 markets from retail, innovative technologies, pharma, luxury goods and more!
_ To complement our dynamic team __€“_ You will be part of a collaborative, positive, and ambitious team that provides clients with financial information through administration, research, analysis, bookkeeping, account analysis and preparation of Financial Statements.
_To grow with us_ €“ Your experience will be key to supporting our growing client base and expansion of our existing services.
Responsibilities
Offering support and advisory services across a variety of client accounts from startups to established corporations.
Actively engage in client dialogues, understand client’s needs, and promote our service offerings when appropriate.
Interpret and present prospective client’s month end financials to their boards.
_Accountant: _ adopt and manage existing client accounts.
_Sr Accountant_ : as above, plus drive client meetings, implement new clients, onboard new clients, bank set up, manage payroll, benefits, and business insurance.
Answer accounting and financial questions from clients by researching and interpreting data.
Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts and closing the months.
Prepare external financial statements for customers by gathering and analyzing information from general ledger system.
Prepare payments by accruing expenses, assigning account numbers, initiating disbursements.
Prepare invoicing to customers, accruing revenue, recording customer payments.
Cash/Bank reconciliation, management analysis and limited forecasting.
Perform such other accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as may be required from time to time by Controller or Accounting Team.
Accomplish our organization’s mission to help Swedish companies grow in U.S.
Technical Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business administration or similar field.
Must be very proficient in use of Quickbooks (Premier, Accountant, Online), Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Powerpoint).
Experience in Month-End-Close process.
At least 3-5
years of accounting experience is a must, especially working with small business in variety of industries (manufacturing, retail, online). (3 years for Accountant, 5
for Senior Accountant)
Good knowledge of SFAS Rules.
Good knowledge of GAAP.
Soft Skills
Client focused with an emphasis on relationship building to promote client retention.
Ability to prioritize efficiently and strong accountability for meeting deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret and analyze data.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs and welcome new challenges.
Collaborative, social and team-working skills are highly valued as well as passion for growing Business Sweden.
A Plus
Knowledge in Sales Tax, Payroll Processing and Benefits Administration.
Knowledge of Microsoft NAV.
Knowledge of IFRS principles.
Get to know our people and our culture on our company LinkedIn page, here! _https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/business-sweden-americas/posts/?feedView=all_
Business Sweden is looking to hire an experienced accountant to join our Business Incubation and Operations (BIO) team. We are considering Mid-Senior level applicants for this role.
Business Sweden established in 2014 and has since rapidly expanded to 40
countries with 550
employees all over the world. In the US, we have offices in New York, San Francisco and Chicago. Together, we make up one of the most successful, progressive and dynamic business units in Business Sweden in the largest economy in the world. Our role is to help Swedish companies reach their full international potential by providing consultancy services and administrative support.
Why we need you?
_ To support our clients __€“_ You will provide expert financial advice and administrative accounting support to our clients who offer products and services spanning across 7 markets from retail, innovative technologies, pharma, luxury goods and more!
_ To complement our dynamic team __€“_ You will be part of a collaborative, positive, and ambitious team that provides clients with financial information through administration, research, analysis, bookkeeping, account analysis and preparation of Financial Statements.
_To grow with us_ €“ Your experience will be key to supporting our growing client base and expansion of our existing services.
Responsibilities
Offering support and advisory services across a variety of client accounts from startups to established corporations.
Actively engage in client dialogues, understand client’s needs, and promote our service offerings when appropriate.
Interpret and present prospective client’s month end financials to their boards.
_Accountant: _ adopt and manage existing client accounts.
_Sr Accountant_ : as above, plus drive client meetings, implement new clients, onboard new clients, bank set up, manage payroll, benefits, and business insurance.
Answer accounting and financial questions from clients by researching and interpreting data.
Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts and closing the months.
Prepare external financial statements for customers by gathering and analyzing information from general ledger system.
Prepare payments by accruing expenses, assigning account numbers, initiating disbursements.
Prepare invoicing to customers, accruing revenue, recording customer payments.
Cash/Bank reconciliation, management analysis and limited forecasting.
Perform such other accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as may be required from time to time by Controller or Accounting Team.
Accomplish our organization’s mission to help Swedish companies grow in U.S.
Technical Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business administration or similar field.
Must be very proficient in use of Quickbooks (Premier, Accountant, Online), Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Powerpoint).
Experience in Month-End-Close process.
At least 3-5
years of accounting experience is a must, especially working with small business in variety of industries (manufacturing, retail, online). (3 years for Accountant, 5
for Senior Accountant)
Good knowledge of SFAS Rules.
Good knowledge of GAAP.
Soft Skills
Client focused with an emphasis on relationship building to promote client retention.
Ability to prioritize efficiently and strong accountability for meeting deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret and analyze data.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs and welcome new challenges.
Collaborative, social and team-working skills are highly valued as well as passion for growing Business Sweden.
A Plus
Knowledge in Sales Tax, Payroll Processing and Benefits Administration.
Knowledge of Microsoft NAV.
Knowledge of IFRS principles.
Benefits:
– 20 days vacation 1st year
– 25 days vacation 2nd year
– Plus 5 sick days annually
– Paid parental leave
– Fully covered Health, Dental, Vision benefits
– Modern and innovative company culture, with the ability to travel to company events
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Work from home
Physical setting:
Office
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60601Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
