Head of Accounting

At Intrum, you will grow by making a difference. You will do it in a highly international environment and in a supportive culture where effort counts.

Are you our new Head of Accounting?

At Intrum, you will grow by making a difference. You will do it in a highly international environment and in a supportive culture where effort counts. We are now looking for a Head of Accounting to lead the Head Office accounting and play a pivotal role in the accuracy, compliance, and development of financial reporting for our Swedish holding entities, including the parent company of the group.

Location: Stockholm, RIddargatan

What will you do, as Head of Accounting, you will:

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for several Swedish entities, including the listed parent company.
• Be accountable for timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and Swedish GAAP, ensuring compliance across all group entities.
• Oversee the preparation of the annual report for the parent company and the statutory accounts of four additional Swedish legal entities.
• Lead and support the team of one direct report and the CoE on daily accounting matters.
• Act as the main liaison with the Group Consolidation, Tax, and Center of Excellence (CoE) teams on accounting matters and cross-functional projects.
• Lead and support audits for Head Office entities, ensuring strong internal controls and audit readiness.
• Approve and oversee supplier invoice controls to ensure accurate cost allocations and VAT compliance.
• Supervise and approve tax and statutory filings, including VAT, social costs, and corporate income tax reporting in collaboration with the Tax department.
• Take a key role in finance transformation projects, including system implementations and process harmonization.
• Develop, document, and improve accounting processes, policies, and controls.
• Coach and mentor your team of one accountant, supporting their development and performance.
• Be a finance business partner with HR, IT and Group Consolidation, contributing to decision-making with solid accounting insights.

Who you are:

• A qualified accountant with solid experience from a multinational group, preferably listed.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Swedish GAAP, with hands-on experience in statutory reporting and consolidation interfaces.
• You are well-organized, detail-oriented, and used to managing tight deadlines.
• Proven track record of leading accounting teams and closing processes in a complex environment.
• A natural leader who thrives in a structured yet agile setting and is proactive in identifying improvements.
• Strong communicator who can build relationships with senior stakeholders across functions and countries.
• Experienced in working with auditors, tax authorities, and external advisors.
• A strong collaborator who leads by example and inspires trust in colleagues and business partners.
• Fluent in English and Swedish.

What we offer:

• A strategic leadership role in Group Finance with visibility across the Intrum Group.
• The opportunity to influence the financial integrity of a publicly listed company.
• An international, forward-thinking environment with skilled and motivated colleagues.
• A company culture where effort counts, and growth and development are encouraged.
• Continuous learning opportunities through our learning arenas and professional networks.

About Intrum: Intrum is the industry-leading provider of credit management services across 20 markets in Europe. With around 10,000 professionals serving 80,000 companies, Intrum plays a critical role in the European financial ecosystem. At Intrum, we live our leadership principles: Deliver Impact, Inspire Trust, and Embrace Growth – principles that apply to everyone, regardless of title.

How to apply: If this sounds like your next step, we look forward to receiving your English CV and a cover letter via the “Apply” button. **Please note that as a multinational company, our Global Talent Acquisition Partners is based in Spain.  You might receive a call with a Spanish phone number.**

At Intrum we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Do you feel that you might be the right person? Great! Apply now. Looking forward to hearing from you!