Accountant
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About this role
Job Scope
High level purpose of function.
This role owns and manages general ledger accounting, with ownership of the fixed asset register and related controlling activities. The Accountant drives technical accounting compliance under IFRS and Swedish GAAP (K3), supports the preparation of statutory and management financial statements, and acts as a key contributor to the monthly close cycle. This role requires independent judgement, a strong grasp of accounting policy, and the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, tax, and external auditors.
Responsibilities
- Overall areas of responsibilities and activities
- Fixed Asset Controlling: Act as the primary owner of the fixed asset register for Lyten AB. Record asset additions, transfers, disposals, and impairments in line with the company’s fixed asset accounting policy. Perform monthly depreciation runs, validate useful life assumptions against physical asset reviews, and reconcile the fixed asset sub-ledger to the general ledger.
- Fixed Asset Policy: Develop and maintain fixed asset accounting policy. Define capitalisation thresholds, depreciation methods, and asset category classifications. Review and update the policy at least annually, or when triggered by changes to IFRS standards or business operations. Train relevant stakeholders on policy requirements and act as the go-to contact for fixed asset accounting queries across the organisation.
- Technical Accounting: Research and document accounting positions for complex or non-routine transactions, including lease assessments under IFRS, R&D capitalisation, and grant accounting. Liaise with the external auditors to align on positions ahead of the year-end audit.
- Financial Statements Support: Support the preparation of the annual report under K3.
- Month-End Close: Lead the month-end close for assigned areas, including preparation and posting of accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and intercompany entries. Perform balance sheet reconciliatio