Regional General Ledger Expert

About the Role

Kärcher Northern Europe is seeking an experienced, analytical, and structured Regional GL Expert to join our regional finance team based in Gothenburg. This is a full-time temporary role covering a parental leave for 12 months, starting in January 2027, with the potential for extension.

In this pivotal role, you will hold operational ownership over general ledger accounting, local statutory compliance, tax reporting, and annual financial statement preparation across the region. You will act as the key operational controller and primary liaison for accounting processes managed in close collaboration with our Global Shared Service Center (KGS). If you excel at driving closing cycles, maintaining strong internal controls, and optimizing processes within an international environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

Local Accounting Operations & Closing Management

• Lead and execute regional General Ledger (GL) operations, driving timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing cycles.

• Calculate and book monthly accruals, cost center repostings, quality checks, and intercompany/regional recharges.

• Oversee and reconcile payroll journals, holiday pay provisions, and staff bonus postings across the region.

• Oversee cash pool transactions, bank statement postings, and banking access tools (TIS).

• Proactively identify and flag financial risks to the Regional Accounting Service Manager and local Finance Directors/Business Partners.

Statutory Compliance, Financial Statements & Audit

• Ensure strict adherence to local statutory legislation, tax regulations, and Group Accounting Practice (HBII).

• Own the preparation, reconciliation, and submission of corporate tax returns, VAT filings, and transfer pricing documentation.

• Take primary ownership of half-year and year-end statutory financial statements, annual reports, and group reporting packages (including Letter of Verification and NFS).

• Serve as the main point of contact for external and internal auditors, managing requests, reconciliations, and audit query resolution.

Shared Service Center (KGS) Liaison & Process Excellence

• Act as the direct operational bridge between regional finance and the Global Shared Service Center (KGS).

• Oversee service delivery and work quality for outsourced processes, supporting escalation flows and cross-functional alignment.

• Establish, document, and enforce standard local accounting principles and internal financial controls.

• Continuously identify opportunities for system optimization and process automation, leveraging approved digital and AI-driven tools to enhance accounting quality and efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or an equivalent academic qualification.

• Progressive experience within general ledger accounting, financial reporting, or a senior accounting role.

• Solid, hands-on experience with SAP system and advanced knowledge of general ledger functions.

• High numeracy and analytical skillset with proven ability to reconcile and evaluate large volumes of financial data.

• High attention to detail, structured work habits, discreet handling of confidential data, and a commitment to meeting strict reporting deadlines.

• Professional working proficiency in both English and Swedish (written and spoken), with strong cross-cultural collaboration skills.

• Flexibility and dedicated availability during critical year-end closing and external audit cycles.

What We Offer

Joining our team means stepping into an international, collaborative work culture grounded in mutual respect, accountability, and continuous innovation. In this role, you will experience genuine ownership and high visibility across multiple national entities and group functions, working with modern tools and forward-thinking processes that actively embrace digital transformation and professional development. Alongside an engaging and supportive environment, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with Swedish market standards. 

Application & Details

• Employment type: Temporary position / Parental leave cover (100%)

• Anticipated duration: 12 months (January 2027 – December 2027), with possibility of extension.

• Location: Gothenburg, Sweden

Please submit your CV and cover letter in English outlining your relevant GL and statutory closing experience. Applications are reviewed continuously.