Senior Accountant - all genders

<h2>What's in the Box</h2> <p>As HelloFresh evolves, our Finance team remains at the heart of the business! In Finance, we like to think of ourselves as all-rounders. We not only strive to be experts in accounting standards and their implications for the business, but also aim to provide valuable insights and contribute to improving workflows and decision-making across the organization.</p> <p>We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our collaborative Finance team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract, <strong>with an expected end date of 31 December 2027</strong>. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by managing and improving our Nordic accounting processes while reporting to our Head of Accounting & Controlling.</p> <h2>What You'll Do (The Recipe)</h2> <ul> <li> <p>Serve as the functional owner and subject matter expert for Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and inventory accounting across two warehouses and three Nordic markets in a fast-paced, high-volume business environment.</p> </li> <li> <p>Conduct in-depth variance analysis of pricing fluctuations, raw material costs, and packaging expenses, providing actionable financial insights to leadership.</p> </li> <li> <p>Manage end-to-end reporting and month-end close activities for COGS and packaging, ensuring accuracy and timely financial reporting.</p> </li> <li> <p>Drive continuous improvement initiatives for workflows outside the month-end close (MEC) process to streamline closing timelines and improve visibility into margin performance.</p> </li> <li> <p>Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Supply Chain, and warehouse operations teams to investigate discrepancies, resolve issues at the source, and ensure alignment between operational changes and financial reporting.</p> </li> <li> <p>Support audit readiness, month-end close procedures, and ad hoc controllership projects as a key member of the Finance team.</p> </li> </ul> <h2>What You'll Bring (The Ingredients)</h2> <ul> <li> <p>Passion, drive, and excellent communication skills.</p> </li> <li> <p>A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent qualifications.</p> </li> <li> <p>At least 5 years of experience working in finance or accounting.</p> </li> <li> <p>Previous experience in a fast-paced business environment, with hands-on experience in inventory and COGS accounting.</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong attention to detail and an understanding of data structures, complex systems, and workflows.</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets.</p> </li> <li> <p>A keen interest in financial systems and experience working with ERP systems. Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud is a plus.</p> </li> </ul> <h2>What We Offer (The Toppings)</h2> <ul> <li> <p><strong>HelloFresh Discounts</strong> – Enjoy 65% off your HelloFresh meal boxes and 40% off Factor_ subscriptions.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Learning and Development</strong> – Benefit from a dedicated Learning & Development opportunity and the HelloMint mentorship program.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Time Off</strong> – Receive 25 days of paid vacation per year, plus 5 days of feriefridage, subject to applicable eligibility and accrual. Paid leave is also provided for your child's first sick day.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Compensation and Perks</strong> – Includes a 5% company-paid pension and insurance package.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Health</strong> – Access to Spill online therapy, available within 24 hours of request.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Daily Comforts</strong> – Enjoy office perks, including drinks and snacks, subsidized catered lunches, and breakfast every Friday.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Fitness and Well-being</strong> – Benefit from discounts at SATS gym and access to sports and exercise clubs.</p> </li> </ul> <h2>Are You the Missing Ingredient?</h2> <p>If this sounds like a tasty opportunity, we'd be excited to hear from you!</p> <p>Apply with your CV in English. We aim to review your application and respond within 5 business days.</p> <p>If we see a match, we'll invite you for an initial conversation with one of our recruiters to learn more about your experience and share further details about the role.</p> <p>Successful candidates will then proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.</p> <p>We review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply early. The position will close once we have found the right candidate.</p>