Senior Accountant

• Ensure efficient & accurate IKEA accounts
• Ensure a smooth operation for administering the Company’s fiscal affairs in accordance with applicable local guidelines
• Support the Finance Manager by taking full responsibility of daily accounts, by maintaining the accounts of daily transactions
• Coordinate day to day accounting activities, prepare/review/post journal entries, secure the timely update and reconciliation of general ledger accounts
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to the management
• Complete monthly, half yearly and yearly closing of books of accounts and finalize the financial and management reports according to the set timelines
• Prepare and review financial statements including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statements in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards and reporting to stakeholders
• Review and manage accounts payable and receivable and updating master data
• Reconciliation and follow up of the company’s purchases, sales and payments
• Monitor and follow up the bank and cash balances and secure sufficient and optimum level of funds for a smooth operation at all times
• Prepare internal and external ad hoc reports
• Prepare audit schedules and liaise with external auditors to complete the audits of financial statements, filings, and other compliance activities according to the set timelines
• Liaise with tax consultants, banks, insurers and other relevant external parties
• Secure that all payments to suppliers, co-workers and authorities are done on time and in accordance with the applicable terms and conditions
• Lead the team of Accountants and maintain a good coordination with other departments
• Participate in projects and support execution to simplify and automate financial operations and reporting
• Participate for annual budget preparation process
• Support and maintain a connection with local functions and IKEA global functions

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• Fully or part qualification of CA, CIMA, ACCA or CPA equivalent is preferred
• 5+ years of experience in accounting
• Proficiency in English language is a must
• Strong knowledge of IFRSs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in leading a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel
• Experience with MS Dynamics or other ERP systems is preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Experience with MS Dynamics or other ERP systems