Senior Accountant for SEB AB Vilnius and Riga Branches
Vilnius
SEB Global Services – Group & Business Services /
Finance & Reporting /
Hybrid
Ready to innovate the financial services of tomorrow? Join us today and accelerate the pace towards a sustainable future.
As a part of the SEB Group, we provide world-class financial services to support SEB on the journey of becoming the leader in efficiency and innovation. Our dedicated team of over 2800 employees consistently strive to enhance business development and growth. If you want to be part of an engaging and enabling environment where you can turn your everyday actions into global results, this is where you get to shine.
About the role:
We are seeking an Accountant for our Countries accounting II Unit. Our unit is responsible for several branches of the bank and different subsidiaries. You will play a key role for SEB AB Vilnius and Riga branches accounting. You will work closely with multiple levels within Global Finance, which represents a great opportunity to gain experience in many aspects of a finance department in a rapidly growing digital organisation.
As a Senior accountant you will be responsible for:
- Flawless execution of Records-to-Report transactional activities
- Ensure period-end closing procedures and preparation of the financial reporting
- Perform P/L and BS controls, Internal Controls for Financial Reporting (ICFR) and KPI reporting
- Drive the resolution of more complex queries raised by employees, managers, finance partners & other internal and external stakeholders
- Prepare and report VAT, Corporate income tax, other applicable tax, and statistical reporting
- Ensure compliance with local (Lithuanian) laws and regulations
- Solving various ad-hoc questions related to different areas and contribution during Audit process
- Stakeholder management – participation in the meetings, escalation and solution of issues, alignment of expectations and cooperation
- Close collaboration with all the involved parties (projects, cross teams, etc.) and helping them to follow the deadlines and solve more complex issues
- Assist and train employees in team in completing their work, step in a as back up person when necessary. Act as mentor for junior team members and assist in onboarding process
- Escalate issues and concerns to Unit manager and propose remediating actions
- Work with undefined situations and secure accurate accounting processes
Who we are looking for:
- Plus 3 years of overall combined accounting and finance experience
- Degree in Finance/Accounting
- Experience in working with IFRS
- Experience working with Lithuanian laws and regulations
- Proficiency in English
- Strong interpersonal skills and be friendly, approachable, and motivated with a strong work ethic and high degree of integrity
- Mature attitude towards challenges, problem solving and creative in terms of improving ways of working
- Ability to work in team and independently
- Ability to work under the time pressure/ KPI and SLA
- Proactive and “can do” mindset
What we offer:
- Entrepreneurial Scandinavian environment: work-life balance, international working environment, empowering culture.
- Growth culture: extensive training and learning opportunities, local and international internal mobility possibilities, long-term stability.
- Modern environment: innovative company in forefront of technology, challenging, cutting-edge work, excellent office environment, agile and modern ways of working.
- Additional monetary benefits: paid seniority vacation and volunteering days, allocations to Your pension fund, profit sharing programme, and additional health insurance.
Monthly salary range for this position: 2400 – 3600 EUR (before tax deduction). The final offer will depend on the experience and competencies of the selected candidate. Overall remuneration package consists of the salary together with other benefits.
Do you want to be a part of SEB? Welcome to our inclusive culture, where our shared values inspire and uplift our team. We celebrate diversity and strive to ensure every employee feels seen, heard, and valued.
We are looking forward to your application by May 2, 2024. Since we select candidates continuously, feel free to send in your application before the deadline.
Learn more about working at SEB here: www.sebgroup.com/career
It is our fundamental belief that inclusion and diversity is crucial for our future success. We strive to have an inclusive, value-driven culture where employees feel valued, respected, and involved irrespective of who they are, what they believe or where they come from.
