Lead Accountant

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Lead Accountant - TRATON Financial Services

At TRATON Financial Services (TFS) we have started the journey to become the provider of Financial Services to all TRATON brands. Our service includes financing for customers, dealers, and distributors as well as insurance solutions. With a presence in over 65 markets, we are already one of the most global actors in the financial services industry and are rapidly growing. Do you want to be part of this journey?

Role Summary

As Lead Accountant for TRATON Financial Services, you will have overall responsibility for the accounting and financial reporting of Traton Financial Services AB and TRATON Treasury AB. You will lead and support a team of two accountants and ensure accurate and timely accounting in accordance with Swedish K3 standards and IFRS reporting requirements.

The role plays a key part in securing high-quality financial reporting, strong internal controls and efficient accounting processes. You will coordinate the monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes, oversee preparation of the statutory annual reports for both entities, and act as the main contact towards auditors and internal stakeholders. The role reports to theHead of Group Accounting and involves close collaboration with colleagues across TFS, the TRATON Finance Community, and external stakeholders such as auditors, tax authorities and banks.

Job Responsibilities

Accounting & Reporting

• Lead and oversee the accounting and reporting for TFS AB and TRATON Treasury AB.
• Ensure accurate and timely accounting in compliance with Swedish K3 regulations and IFRS reporting requirements.
• Coordinate and review monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of financial reporting submitted to TRATON Group.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure strong financial control environment.

Annual Reports & Statutory Reporting

• Lead the preparation of annual reports for both legal entities in accordance with Swedish regulations.
• Coordinate the year-end closing process and statutory audit.
• Act as primary contact towards external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and fiscal reporting requirements.

Team Leadership

• Lead and support two accountants, ensuring clear task allocation and high-quality delivery.
• Review and approve key accounting work performed by the team.
• Support competence development and continuous improvement within the accounting team.
• Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment.

Process Improvement & Governance

• Drive improvements in accounting processes, reporting routines and internal controls.
• Contribute to the development of a modern and efficient accounting function within TFS.
• Support digitalization initiatives and process automation in accounting and reporting.
• Ensure alignment with TRATON Group accounting policies and governance frameworks.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Finance, Treasury, Risk, and other internal stakeholders.
• Act as a key accounting contact within the TRATON Finance Community.
• Support management with financial analysis and ad hoc reporting requests.

Who You Are

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• more than 10 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting or audit.
• Strong knowledge of Swedish accounting standards (K3) and IFRS reporting.
• Experience with legal entity reporting and preparation of annual reports.
• Experience coordinating audits and regulatory reporting.
• Leadership experience or strong ability to coordinate and guide team members.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

This Is Us

We are an international and collaborative organization offering a dynamic work environment with close connections across teams, departments and the broader TRATON Finance Community. The Accounting department plays a key role in ensuring accurate reporting, strong processes and continuous development of our financial operations. We value teamwork, transparency and continuous improvement, and we welcome colleagues who want to contribute to building a modern and high-performing accounting function.

TRATON Financial Services Offers

We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, TFS supports your career growth both locally and internationally. Benefits include training at our health center Gröndal or wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to lease a company car. Scania also hosts events for employees and their families, and residents in Stockholm have direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job Express buses, which you as an employee at TRATON Financial Services also have access to.

Application

We look forward to receiving your application, consisting of your CV and kindly ask you not to share a cover letter to ensure an efficient and unbiased recruitment process for all parties. Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2026-03-27. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check is required for this role.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:
Canan Dagdemir, Head of Group Accounting, canan.dagdemir@tratonfs.com

We look forward to your application!

This recruitment process is handled by Scania for TRATON Financial Services

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Requisition ID: 26153

Number of Openings: 1.0

Part-time / Full-time: Full-time

Permanent / Temporary: Permanent

Country/Region: SE

Location(s):
Södertälje, SE, 151 36

Required Travel: 0-25%

Workplace: Hybrid