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Accountant (temporary contract)

Scania Group

Hardenberg
Temporary
0-2 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Accounting
Bookkeeping
Financial Analysis
Budget Tracking
Variance Reporting
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Data Management
Financial Reporting
Journal Entries
Bank Reconciliation
Regulatory Compliance
Document Preparation
Project Management Support
Financial Policies and Procedures

Job Description

Role Summary Performs professional accounting work including compilation, consolidation and analysis of financial data. Requires an understanding of accounting fundamentals and principles and bookkeeping experience. May include any or all of the following: ledgers and preparation of journal entries, fixed asset or inventory accounting, preparation and reporting of trial balance or financial statements, cost accounting, bank account reconciliation, external monitoring of statutory accounting principles. Job Responsibilities Financial Management and Control Track progress against budgets within established finance systems and report variances to more senior colleagues. Data Collection and Analysis Produce accurate reports for others by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting it into standard formats. Data Management Help others get the most out of data management systems by providing support and advice. Insights and Reporting Extract and combine data to generate standard reports. Document Preparation Prepare moderately complex documents using a variety of applications for technology devices such as standard office software. Also responsible for gathering and summarizing data for reports. Operational Compliance Develop knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards. Obtain authorization from a supervisor or manager for any exceptions from mandatory procedure. Project Management Support others by carrying out a range of project management activities. Information and Business Advice Resolve complex queries from internal or external customers or suppliers by providing information on policies and/or procedures, referring the most complex issues to others. Financial Policies, Guidelines, and Protocols Assist with the development and delivery of financial policies, guidelines, and protocols to ensure the company complies with regulations and good financial practice. Personal Capability Building Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media. Education Post-Secondary Non-Tertiary Education Level 4

Core Responsibilities

Compile, consolidate, and analyze financial data, including tracking budgets, reporting variances, and preparing standard reports and documents. Support data management, project activities, customer and supplier queries, and the development and application of financial policies and compliance procedures.

Requirements

The role requires post-secondary non-tertiary education at Level 4, an understanding of accounting fundamentals and principles, and bookkeeping experience. It also calls for developing knowledge of organizational procedures, regulatory requirements, relevant technology, and industry best practices.

About Scania Group

Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Company size: 10,001+ employees

Our Annual Update 2025 is out now – visit scania.com/annual-review to explore our key events and strategic progress. Scania is a world-leading provider of transport solutions committed to a better tomorrow. Our purpose is to drive the shift towards a sustainable transport system. In doing so, we are creating a world of mobility that’s better for business, society and our environment. Employing more than 50,000 people in about 100 countries, Scania’s research and development is concentrated in Sweden, while production takes place in Europe and South America.

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