Finance Manager, Sweden

Finance Manager, Sweden

Location: Stockholm, Sweden

Reporting to: Director of Finance and Operations

Commitment: Permanent, full time position

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Start Date: As soon as possible / by agreement

Application Deadline: 30th July 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage candidates to apply as early as possible as the role may be filled before the final application deadline.

Reach for Change is a global non-profit founded in Sweden with a vision of a world where everyone can shape their own future. We support local social entrepreneurs developing innovative and sustainable solutions that improve the lives of children and young people. Since 2010, we have supported more than 2,000 social entrepreneurs across 18 countries and three continents.

This is a hands-on finance role sitting at the heart of Reach for Change's Swedish operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will own the full accounting cycle for our Swedish legal entity and subsidiaries, while partnering closely with colleagues across Europe on both organisational and donor-funded programs.

The role combines operational accounting, financial reporting, grant finance, budgeting, compliance, and business partnering. It is well suited to someone who wants genuine ownership of a finance function and finds purpose in work that has real social impact behind it.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Own day-to-day accounting: accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, accruals, and general ledger

• Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in line with Swedish accounting standards

• Year-end closing (Årsbokslut) and statutory annual report (Årsredovisning)

• Tax filings and compliance with Swedish statutory requirements

• Lead the external audit process and donor audits when required

• Maintain financial controls, routines, and supporting documentation

• Act as the primary point of contact for accounting-related questions

• Drive continuous improvement of the NetSuite ERP system and related tools

Budgeting, Reporting & Financial Oversight

• Review and validate financial reporting, forecasts, and variance analysis prepared by the Project Controller

• Ensure alignment between accounting records, budgets, and donor reporting

• Provide financial guidance and training to non-finance colleagues across Europe

• Support the Director of Finance and Operations on strategic planning and finance initiatives

We are looking for someone with:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis. We are open to candidates earlier in their career who bring strong technical foundations and real ambition to grow into a role with full ownership

• Strong knowledge of Swedish accounting regulations, tax legislation, and statutory reporting requirements (Årsredovisningslagen)

• Advanced Excel skills and strong systems proficiency

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken

It is a bonus if you have:

• Experience from an NGO, non-profit, or international organisation is highly desirable

• Experience working with grants, donor reporting, and restricted funding environments

• Experience working with ERP systems; NetSuite experience is considered a strong advantage

• Experience using AI tools to improve or streamline finance processes

We believe you are:

• Structured and detail-oriented, with a high bar for accuracy

• A self-starter who takes ownership and drives work independently

• Analytical and solution-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced international environment

• A strong communicator who can explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders

• Eager to grow with the role and motivated by work that creates real change

• A finance function you can genuinely shape, not just maintain

• Real international scope, with colleagues and programmes across Europe and Africa

• A meaningful role creating positive social impact in an inclusive and entrepreneurial environment

• High ownership and the opportunity to shape and improve finance processes

• Professional development opportunities with a Director who is invested in your development

Reach for Change believes that diverse perspectives strengthen innovation, collaboration, and impact. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and thrive.

We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every single qualification listed in the job description.