Accountant & Payroll Specialist

Job title: Accountant & Payroll Specialist

CG Group, an authorized dealer of BYD, is looking for a hands-on and detail-oriented Accountant & Payroll Specialist to join the finance team in Stockholm. This role is responsible for managing the company's day-to-day accounting operations, payroll administration, VAT compliance, financial reporting, and annual closing activities.

As part of a fast-growing automotive retail business, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial records, supporting management reporting, and maintaining compliance with Swedish accounting and payroll regulations. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a dynamic environment, takes ownership of financial processes, and can manage both accounting and payroll responsibilities independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Monthly Bookkeeping

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records.

• Process and post incoming and outgoing invoices, bank transactions, and general journal entries.

• Record and reconcile sales transactions and inventory movements in the general ledger.

• Maintain fixed asset registers, including acquisitions, disposals, depreciation, and asset control.

• Prepare and file monthly VAT returns and maintain input/output VAT records.

• Perform regular reconciliations and reviews of general ledger and subledger accounts.

• Prepare monthly management reports and financial analyses.

• Support the preparation of annual financial statements, corporate income tax reports, and statutory tax declarations.

• Monthly Payroll Administration

• Process monthly payroll and ensure accurate and timely salary payments.

• Prepare payroll calculations, payslips, and bank payment files.

• Review and process employee travel expenses and business-related claims.

• Calculate and administer employee reimbursements and allowances.

• Ensure payroll compliance with local regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and financial reporting.
• Experience with monthly and annual closing activities.
• Good understanding of accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.