Senior Chief Accountant

Lead Financial Excellence as our Senior Chief Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Chief Accountant to take end‑to‑end responsibility for the accounting function in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This is a key role with broad ownership, cross‑border exposure, and close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

You will ensure high-quality financial reporting, compliance with local regulations, and contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting and reporting processes.

If you’re ready to make an impact in a specialized market, join us in our mission to create a safer world and bring industry-leading fire protection to vehicles worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Full end-to-end accounting responsibility, including general ledger, reconciliations, journal entries, and period-end closings
• Manage intercompany transactions and related reconciliations
• Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Ensure tax and legal compliance, including VAT reporting, statutory bookkeeping, and Annual Report in accordance with K3
• Act as key contact for internal and external audits, including preparation and follow-up
• Support internal and external stakeholders with ad hoc financial and accounting queries, including cross-border topics
• Drive continuous improvements in accounting processes, internal controls, and documentation

Required Qualifications

• 3-4+ years of senior-level accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end accounting processes
• Solid understanding of Swedish accounting regulations, VAT, and statutory reporting (K3)
• Experience working in an international or cross-border environment
• Bilingual language skills with proficiency in English at CEFR level C1–C2 (Swedish proficiency is an advantage)
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model (3/2 WFH)
  

Nice to Have

• Payroll experience, including review, validation, and follow-up of payroll and social security reporting
• (Note: Scope may vary, as parts of the payroll process remain within HR responsibility)

Personal Attributes

• Structured, detail-oriented, and accountable
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently
• Comfortable taking ownership in a senior role
  

What we offer

• A senior and influential role with broad responsibility
• A flexible hybrid working model
• A collaborative, international work environment
• Opportunities to contribute to process development and continuous improvement
  

Application

If you’re ready to make an impact in a dynamic and evolving market, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to [email protected].

Please note that we kindly but firmly decline any offers of advertising or recruitment support.

About Dafo Vechicle

Founded in 1919, Dafo Vehicle is a global leader in fire safety solutions for heavy vehicles. With operations in the U.S., Finland, Estonia, France, and Sweden, the company is headquartered in southern, Stockholm, and has focused on vehicle fire protection since becoming independent in 2018.

Dafo Vehicle’s HEXA+ concept delivers end-to-end fire suppression services—from risk analysis and system design to installation and after-sales support. Backed by strong R&D and a skilled team of 140 employees, Dafo Vehicle provides innovative, sustainable safety solutions worldwide.

In December 2024, Dafo Vehicle was acquired by United Safety, strengthening its global reach. During 2025, Dafo Vehicle will relocate to a new high-tech facility in southern Stockholm, supporting continued growth and innovation.