Accountant

Description

The Accountant at Norwegian Accounting Firm is responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accuracy in bookkeeping, and supporting financial reporting processes. This role involves handling accounts payable and receivable, maintaining the general ledger, reconciling bank statements, and processing invoices efficiently. The position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, proficiency in accounting software, and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines. Candidates must be detail-oriented, adept in Microsoft Excel, and capable of adapting quickly to new digital tools and systems in a remote work environment. This role demands at least two years of relevant experience in accounting or bookkeeping and a solid educational background in accounting, finance, commerce, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate is skilled in financial reconciliation, managing balance sheets, and has practical knowledge in bank and account reconciliations. While the position does not include managing a team, it requires effective communication skills to collaborate remotely and a proactive approach to daily tasks and routine accounting functions. Additional expertise in programming, automation, or advanced IT skills related to accounting will be highly advantageous in enhancing efficiency and accuracy within this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records by managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Oversee general ledger activities to ensure all transactions are recorded correctly and reconcile discrepancies.
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations regularly to verify the accuracy of financial data.
• Process invoices promptly and accurately, supporting timely payments and vendor relations.
• Prepare financial reports and documentation in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Utilize accounting software effectively for bookkeeping and financial data management tasks.
• Apply accounting principles and best practices in daily operations to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Monitor and report any irregularities or discrepancies in financial records to management.
• Work independently to meet deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail and accuracy in all financial tasks.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to support financial analysis and reporting.
• Adapt quickly to new accounting tools, technologies, and digital environments to optimize work efficiency.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in a remote working setup, coordinating with colleagues and stakeholders as needed.
• Implement process improvements through programming, automation, or advanced IT skills to streamline accounting workflows.

Experience

2 Years

Apply By

Oct 21, 2026

Required Skills

• Financial Reporting
• Accounts Payable and Receivable
• General Ledger Management
• Accounting Software
• Reconciliation
• Invoice Processing
• Bank Reconciliation
• Bookkeeping Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Balance sheet reconciliations

Nice to Have Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Remote Communication
• Attention to detail
• Programming
• Automation
• General IT Skills