Accountant

About Sproud:

From the very beginning, in 2018, our goal was to create the best product for you and for the planet. A product that would be equally tasty and creamy as healthy and nutritious. In other words, a product we could be proud of. We called it Sproud!

Many things have changed since our humble beginnings; however, our core belief remains the same. To empower change through positive reinforcement. At Sproud we are not anti-milk. We are pro-planet. We believe that to create a sustainable planet, every little effort should be celebrated. Today we have grown to be 15 full time employees divided in 3 hubs around the world and are sold in more than 30 countries, from Japan to Canada. The portfolio today consists of a range of plant-based milks that taste fantastic and has the category's lowest carbon footprint and there is exciting NPD on the horizon.

About the role:

As an Accountant, you will play a key role in our financial reporting and day-to-day operations. Accuracy, structure, and analytical thinking are essential in this role, and your contributions will directly support our continued growth.

We’re looking for someone with solid accounting experience who is confident handling accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and other core accounting tasks. You will also be involved in the monthly closing process across our 5+ legal entities.

In a growing company like ours, there’s plenty of opportunity to make an impact. You’ll help identify and drive efficiency improvements, contributing to the development of scalable, streamlined, and reliable accounting processes—no matter how our transaction volumes evolve.

You will also support income tax and VAT filings, either independently or in collaboration with local advisors across different markets. This requires a good understanding of the bigger picture, along with the ability to ask the right questions and ensure compliance.

You will be part of our small but efficient Finance team, reporting to the Group Finance Manager who is based in Malmö, Sweden. You will work from our office in Warsaw, Poland, there you’ll be part of our team in Poland (approx. 3-4 people), and globally work alongside many colleagues from across the organization.

Key aspects of the role:

Accounting:

· Assist with day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing journal entries, and reconciling accounts.

· Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

· Assist in maintaining and updating the financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

· Assist in VAT and tax filings.

General Support:

· Provide administrative support to the finance team as required.

· Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis and projects.

To be successful in the role we believe that you:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

· 4+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or a similar role (experience in business controlling is a plus).

· A good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Fortnox, Xero, Comarch, or similar).

· Can move between hands-on tasks to overall strategic process thinking quickly

· Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

· Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.

· It is very positive if you have some knowledge of local Polish tax laws and regulations.

About our team:

Our global team is a great group of passionate people on a mission.
We know time is critical when it comes to changing habits contributing to climate change, so there is an urgency to the way we work. We want people to join our team who think big but aren’t afraid roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty. As we are a start-up a company in rapid growth, new challenges arise on the daily, but we are agile, high energy, creative and bold and will support you in breaking down any obstacles blocking the path to success.

Equal Opportunities

Sproud is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to embracing diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity in all aspects of our business. Respect is an integral part of our values, and we are building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills because the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. As part of Sproud’s ongoing pledge to increase equality within our organisation, we anonymously review CVs/Resumes within our recruitment process, otherwise known as “Blind CV Reviews”.