Swedish AP Accountant - Athens

About this role

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a detail-oriented and numerate Swedish-Speaking Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant to join their Finance team. In this role, you will manage end-to-end accounts payable activities for Swedish-speaking market operations. You will be responsible for vendor invoice processing, payment runs, account reconciliations, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process, code, and match incoming supplier invoices and purchase orders (POs) according to client and accounting standards.

• Manage execution of timely weekly and monthly payment runs for Swedish vendors on behalf of the client.

• Review, reconcile, and resolve vendor statement discrepancies, unbilled receipts, and aged AP balances.

• Handle incoming supplier queries via email and telephone in Swedish in a professional and timely manner.

• Process employee expense reports and audit claims for compliance with the client's corporate travel & expense policies.

• Assist with month-end closing tasks related to Accounts Payable, including AP accruals and vendor reconciliations.
Requirements

• Native or C1/C2 proficiency in Swedish with fluent English skills (written and verbal).

• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in Accounts Payable, Finance, or General Accounting roles.

• University degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Hands-on experience using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics.

• High degree of numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.

• Professional communication skills to handle supplier inquiries in Swedish effectively.
Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.

• Monthly performance bonus.

• Private health insurance coverage.

• Complete relocation assistance (flight tickets, temporary accommodation, and local administrative support) for candidates relocating to join our client.

• Continuous training in accounting standards and ongoing learning & development programs.

• Collaborative, multicultural environment within modern office facilities.