Interim Accounting Specialist - VAT & Tax Process Support

About the assignment (mission description): Background Customer is looking for a consultant who can support the work of centralizing, harmonizing and streamlining VAT and tax-related tasks within the Nordic operations. The assignment combines operational accounting work with process development and improvement work. Profile We are looking for an operational and driving consultant with a good understanding of accounting and an interest in VAT and tax processes. The focus is on creating structure, harmonization and efficient working methods rather than acting as a specialist in tax or VAT. Role and responsibilities: Interim consultant within VAT & Tax Process Support Duties: Map and document existing working methods within VAT and tax management. Identify opportunities for standardization, simplification and centralization. Support the transfer of tasks from local companies to Shared Service Finance. Contribute to common working methods and clear processes within the Nordic region. Participate in the ongoing work with VAT and tax-related reporting and follow-up. Identify and implement improvements in processes, analysis and reporting. Contribute to increased automation and streamlining of recurring work tasks. Requirements Must have: Very good Excel skills, including pivot tables, advanced formulas and handling large amounts of data Experience with SAP or equivalent major ERP systems Relevant post-secondary education in economics/accounting or equivalent work experience At least 2-3 years of experience in qualified accounting work, preferably within a larger organization Experience in financial statement work, account reconciliations and quality assurance of financial information Good ability to communicate in English, both spoken and written. Ability to work independently, structured and solution-oriented Basic understanding of VAT and tax-related processes. Nice to have: Good analytical skills Experience working with VAT and tax reporting in a Nordic country - an asset Experience from Shared Services and large flows - meritorious Good knowledge of Swedish and/or another Scandinavian language Experience working with process improvements, standardization, harmonization and centralization of financial processes. Knowledge of Power BI, Power Query or similar analysis software - an asset Experience of working with outsourced finance functions or external delivery partners - an asset Experience working in a Nordic or international organization Individual qualitites: Solution-oriented, identifying improvement needs and translating them into ideas and practical solutions. Very self-driven and takes responsibility for ensuring the task is completed. Analytical and curious about improvement opportunities Responsible and structured Communicative with good collaboration skills with various stakeholders Practical minded, enjoys working hands-on