Senior Accountant

at  Dun Bradstreet

WHY WE WORK AT DUN & BRADSTREET

Dun & Bradstreet combines global data and local expertise to help clients make smarter decisions. With 6,000+ people in 31 countries, we are a team of diverse thinkers and problem solvers who all share a common curiosity: to find new ways to turn data into value. If you share this curiosity and want to be part of a future-ready company, come join us! Learn more at dnb.com/careers.
Are you passionate about finance and looking for a dynamic role? We invite you to bring your expertise to our team and take on a pivotal role in ensuring our financial excellence. We are currently looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team at Dun & Bradstreet Finland!

EXPERIENCE AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Professional Certification: Qualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent academic degree in Accounting, Finance, or Auditing.
• Extensive Experience: Over 7 years of robust experience in finance and accounting.
• Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of local statutory accounting, regulations, and tax compliance.
• Corporate Environment: Experience working in a US headquarters and a mature shared services environment is a plus.
• Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with taxation and transfer pricing is highly desirable.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Language Proficiency: Fluent in both Finnish and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Financial Systems Experience: Proficiency in working with larger financial systems is essential; experience with Workday is preferred.
• GAAP Knowledge: Strong understanding of local GAAP required. Familiarity with US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements is a plus.
• Positive Attitude: Demonstrates a ‘Can-do’ attitude with the ability to coordinate multiple inputs and deliver clear, concise, and insightful management information.
• Excellent Communication: Exceptional communication skills, marked by high levels of proactivity. Ability to respond with urgency and collaborate effectively across all business functions.
• Adaptability: Capable of working under pressure in a dynamic environment where priorities must be continually re-evaluated and adapted.
• Technical Skills: Strong Excel and analytical skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monthly Financial Management: Oversee and complete all US GAAP month-end transactions and analysis in line with our corporate close calendar.
• Accurate Reporting: Deliver timely and precise financial reports to our local, regional, and global partners. Analyze business results and provide insights into key drivers compared to prior periods and forecasts.
• Compliance and Controls: Ensure adherence to internal financial controls, corporate accounting policies, and procedures. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations in compliance with SOX controls, and resolve any issues.
• Statutory Responsibilities: Manage local statutory financial statements, filings, audits, tax, VAT, revenue, and employee-related cost postings.
• GAAP Reconciliation: Maintain accurate US GAAP vs. Local GAAP reconciliations, providing insights into the primary differences.
• Audit Coordination: Serve as the main contact for internal and external auditors. Agree on audit plans and ensure any audit points are addressed by the appropriate teams.
• Revenue Accounting Support: Oversee Front of House revenue accounting, including system reconciliations and related account controls.
• Project Leadership: Lead and deliver key business projects, including system upgrades and new initiatives.
• Business Partnership: Collaborate with local finance and operations teams to drive change, add value, and maintain commercial awareness.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement efficiency initiatives in processes and procedures.
• Regulatory Guidance: Advise finance, sales, and operational teams on new regulations, accounting issues, and ad-hoc requests.
• Team Culture: Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the accounting department.

Does this role sound like a great opportunity but you’re not sure about making a move? We are really proud of our company and culture and think we have some great things to offer. Some of our benefits in Finland include:

• Two paid volunteer days to contribute to causes in your community
• Access to free services providing support and counselling
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid work arrangements for most role
• Beautiful modern office at Alvar Aallon katu 5C
• Gym on site which can be used by employees 24/7
• Lunch and sport/culture benefit
• Weekly fruit delivery and company breakfas