Transactional Controller

Transport is at the core of modern society.

Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future?

If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What you will do

Financial Control and Accounting (FCA) is the accounting department within the Volvo Group, responsible for financial compliance in terms of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as well as compliance to local legislation. We are looking for an experienced and passionate person with particular interest in financial processes and continuous improvement wanting to join our Financial Control & Accounting Team (South EMEA) within the Volvo Group. Within FCA South EMEA you will be part of a global and diverse team of skilled and high-performing professionals who work with energy, passion and respect towards each other to become the world leader in sustainable transport solutions.

In the role as Transaction Controller, you will build a strong network within both accounting and business control communities.

Responsibilities

1. Accounts Payables (P2P) and Accounts Receivable (O2C)
   • Responsible for the timely and accurate accounting for the assigned financial line items.
   • Timeously prepare and/or review all balance sheet reconciliations (BSR) and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
   • Ensure compliance with the relevant accounting standards.
   • Resolve internal and external stakeholder queries.
   • Actively track performance targets and take necessary actions to achieve the set goals.
2. Fixed Assets
   • Responsible for the timely and accurate accounting for the assigned financial line items.
   • Maintain an accurate and complete Fixed Asset register in accordance with the relevant accounting standards.
   • Collaborate with the Tax Analyst to maintain an accurate and complete Fixed Asset register in compliance with the Income Tax Act.
   • Conduct regular asset verifications and resolve discrepancies.
3. Treasury
   • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accurate reporting of financial activities.
   • Monitor the company's liquidity and optimize the use of cash resources.
   • Provide financial guidance and analysis to generate positive financial results.
4. General
   • Interact and collaborate with stakeholders across Volvo Group to perform duties and resolve queries.
   • Monthly feedback to the Director of FCA on the performance targets.
   • Support the Chief Accountant with preparing the Annual Financial Statements and resolving audit queries.
   • Work collaboratively with the offshore Accounting Services teams.
   • Any other duties that may be reasonably requested by your manager.

Qualification & Job Experience

1. 4+ years' experience.
2. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
3. Sound accounting knowledge and a thorough understanding of IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).
4. Experience presenting and explaining complex information to stakeholders.
5. Excellent organizational skills.
6. Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written format).
7. Proficient in financial software (SAP) and Microsoft.
8. Demonstrate a can-do attitude and are not afraid to take action and initiative.