Join the planet’s most important fight

Normative is now looking for a Accounting Assistant for our team in Stockholm

At Normative, we're on a mission to accelerate the transition to a net-zero world. We provide science-based carbon accounting software and tailored advice from net-zero experts, empowering companies to reduce their carbon footprints.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Accounting Assistant to join our team for a 12 months fixed term contract. As an Accounting Assistant, you will be responsible for our Accounts Payable process, from start to finish.

What you will do:

As an Accounting Assistant you will handle our Accounts Payable, which include:

• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions.

• Assist in reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies.

• Prepare and process weekly payment runs.

• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information for payment approvals.

• Support month-end closing activities and maintain accounts payable files.

• Respond to vendor inquiries and provide exceptional customer service.

• Participate in process improvements to enhance the efficiency of accounts payable operations.

In addition, you will:

• be included in ongoing projects within the Finance Team

• handle our Travel expense system (Skovik) and our business spending solution system (PLEO)

Experience we’re seeking:

To be successful in this role you have:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field experience.

• Previous experience in accounts payable or accounting.

• Experience with electronic invoicing and payment systems.

• Understands the basics of accounting standards and Swedish GAAP.

• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with NetSuite is a plus.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We also believe you are:

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to take initiative.

• A collaborative mindset with the capacity to work effectively in a team environment.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and tight deadlines.

• Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

• Aptitude for learning new software and technology quickly.

Location

Normative has offices in Stockholm, London and Copenhagen. For this role you will be located in our office in Stockholm office.

At this time we are not able to offer relocation or VISA support for this position.

Benefits

• Market-based salaries and annual merit-based salary reviews

• 30 days/year of paid vacation + up to 2 additional days off

• Pension and parental leave

• 5,000 SEK wellness allowance (friskvårdsbidrag) + 1 wellness hour per week

• Social and team-building activities (off-site, after work, winter/summer parties)

• An opportunity to make a real positive impact on the world

• A friendly, supportive and humble working culture

We review our benefits packages on a regular basis and might modify our benefits from time to time

How to Apply

We adopt a continuous selection process, so please make sure to apply with your CV in English.

Our interview process consists of 4 stages:

1. Screening interview with a member of our Talent Acquisition team
2. First interview with the hiring manager
Online Personality & Logic assessment
3. Practical Case Interview

We’re committed to hiring diversely. Having employees from diverse backgrounds brings a wealth of perspectives and experience to our team. We assess candidates based on their experience, skills and unique talents and evaluate everyone against the same criteria.

Normative handles sensitive financial data and we will therefore conduct a background check before hiring any candidate.