Junior Financial Accountant - BYD Sweden

About BYD Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team. BYD Sweden is the Sweden National Sales Company of BYD BV Europe and BYD Company Ltd, a China-based company and a leading global supplier of green energy technologies. BYD Sweden offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, buses & forklifts. BYD is expanding its operations in Sweden to support a growing network of workshops and a growing number cars on the Swedish roads. About The Role We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Finance & Accounting Specialist to join our European finance team. This role will be responsible for end-to-end accounts receivable management, payment approvals, employee expense administration, monthly closing processes, regulatory and management reporting, and coordination with external auditors. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial operations. Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable
• Issue invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Monitor and follow up on customer collections
• Manage AR aging reports and drive reduction of overdue receivables
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Payment & Employee Expense Management
• Review and approve payment requests in accordance with company policy
• Review and approve employee expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies
• Provide training and guidance to employees on expense submission procedures and policy compliance
• Month-End Closing & Reporting
• Support monthly closing processes, including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules
• Prepare compliance reports (e.g., VAT, statistical filings)
• Prepare management reports and cash flow analysis for decision-making
• External Coordination
• Coordinate daily invoice transfers and document submissions
• Facilitate audit and tax filing support as needed
• Ad-Hoc Tasks
• Support other finance-related projects and initiatives as assigned

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Required:

• Bachelors degree or above in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance; experience in a multinational environment is a plus
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS and Swedish GAAP preferred)
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP experience is a strong plus)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (PivotTable, VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken); proficiency in Swedish or Mandarin Chinese is an advantage
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability – comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment; able to embrace change and adjust priorities as the business grows
• Team player who thrives in a cross-cultural working environment

We Offer:

• Competitive remuneration based on performance and experience.
• Opportunities for department and company-wide team building events.
• A chance to contribute to the transition towards zero-emission transportation and the decarbonization of the economy.

If you align with our mission and have the skills we need, apply to be our Finance Accountant in Sweden today. Join us in our journey towards a sustainable future! Location: Stockholm, Sweden Type of Employment: Full-time