Accountant, Travel Expenses

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Wärtsilä Global Business Services (WGBS) provides reliable, scalable, and standardized services to support core business operations. WGBS partners with businesses drive continuous improvements in end-to-end processes for enhanced effectiveness, quality, efficiency, and compliance.

WGBS Invoice to Pay Travel team is now looking for an energetic and service-minded Accountant. The position is temporary for 18 months and is located in Vaasa, Finland.

Responsibilities:
 

• Checking travel and expense reports according to the agreed time schedule and ensuring prompt payment
• Verifying that travel and expense reports are created according to Wärtsilä Global Travel Policy and according to local legal requirements
• Act as a gatekeeper to ensure compliance
• Verifying that travel and expense reports are booked to the correct G/L accounts
• Verifying exchange rates and that VAT deductions are made correctly
• Informing travellers about possible errors and correction needs
• Supporting local travel contact persons, and other internal and external partners and providing help for Wärtsilä travellers
• Continuously improving the process within own responsibility area
• Give input to robotic process automation (RPA)
• Other tasks related to monitoring and quality control  

To be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have: 
 

• Financial education – M.Sc or B.Sc in Financial Accounting 
• SAP Concur and SAP Financial Accounting module knowledge and experience of similar tasks are an advantage 
• Experience working in a Shared Service Center with financial processes
• Good knowledge of VAT regulations 
• Systematic and organised way of working
• Positive attitude and proactive thinking
• Self-driven and development-oriented  
• Flexibility, good team working skills and fast learner
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Good knowledge of English and Finnish or Swedish; other language skills considered an advantage

 
Why you and us?
 
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community.

Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning and teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities, so you can develop beyond your potential.

You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & next steps:  

Please submit your application by 17.11.2024 through our Careers portal. Applications submitted via email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.
 
In case you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact:

Janne Nykvist
Manager, ITP Travel Expenses, Wärtsilä Global Business Center
janne.nykvist@wartsila.com

Last application date: 17/11/2024 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country's legislation is followed.

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.