Accounting Specialist

Do you already have several years of experience in accounts payable and do you enjoy working with customers? Would you be interested in utilizing your skills in assisting with accounting while continuing to grow your expertise? How does working in an international environment, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, sound to you? We are now looking for a Senior Accounting Specialist to join a close-knit and supportive team. Your day-to-day As a Senior Accounting Specialist, you will be responsible for handling purchase invoices and assisting accounting assignments for international client. Your role will include handling AP invoices and VAT processing, managing banking and payment transactions, allocating incoming payments, and processing travel and expense claims, all with the support of your team. You will join a highly skilled international team where support is always available, colleagues seamlessly back each other up and work is carried out in a positive and relaxed atmosphere. Roles and responsibilities within the team are clearly defined: the Accounting Advisor oversees the overall accounting process and financial statements, while Accounting Specialists focus on accounts payable and other supporting accounting tasks. We operate in a fully digital accounting environment. We leverage modern tools and continuously improve our financial processes through automation, robotics and AI. Our in-house AI solution, StariaMind, together with other financial AI tools, supports our experts in daily tasks, making work more efficient and smooth. In practice, you will: - Managing and allocating purchase invoices, including accruals, reconciliations, and issue resolution across international clients and systems - Supporting payment processes, including monitoring transactions, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring accuracy and proper controls - Assisting with accounting tasks, such as investigating discrepancies, preparing reconciliations, and supporting balance sheet reporting - Handling VAT matters in AP, including international transactions and applying relevant regulations and exceptions - Collaborating closely with clients as a proactive point of contact while working in close cooperation with your team to ensure smooth daily operations - Contributing to the development and documentation of accounting processes, identifying improvement and automation opportunities Your everyday at Staria With us, you can design your workday in a way that suits you best – whether at the office or remotely. You can work fully remotely from any corner of Finland or from any of our offices. Staria has offices in Helsinki, Tampere, Turku, Salo, Kotka and Lahti. In Oulu, we offer co-working space for our employees. Our base salary range for this role is €2700–3000/month, depending on your background. The holiday bonus is distributed evenly across your monthly pay, so it’s part of your regular salary. What helps you thrive in this role This role is a great fit for you if you bring: - Several years of experience in independently managing accounts payable and other finance-related tasks, including supporting accounting activities, combined with experience in a client-facing role - Experience working in an international environment and collaborating with stakeholders across different countries - A solution-oriented mindset with a genuine interest in problem-solving, particularly when it comes to reconciliations and investigating discrepancies - A strong customer service mindset and pride in delivering high-quality support to clients - Ability to work independently while valuing teamwork, with a willingness to seek support when needed and share knowledge with colleagues -contributing to a positive team spirit and smooth collaboration - Experience with NetSuite is considered an advantage - Fluent English skills as English is the official working language of the organization You’ll likely enjoy this role if you’re curious, have a strong customer focus, thrive in a dynamic, international environment, and enjoy working closely with your team. Why join us - You’ll have the opportunity to continuously develop your skills, take ownership of your work, and collaborate independently with international clients - making your mark along the way. - We are serious about growth, but never too serious at work. Our hierarchy is low and the atmosphere is relaxed. Here, you can bring your whole self to work - personality, quirks, and all. - Flexibility is part of our DNA. In our hybrid model you can work from home, our offices, or even abroad from time to time. We care about results, not where you sit. - While we value flexible remote work, we also prioritize in-person connections: onboarding and team days, office breakfasts, and shared events bring us together on a regular basis. - We’re proud of our Great Workplace certification, because it’s based on what matters most: strong teamwork, sense of purpose, managers who truly listen, and a culture where people want to stick around. - We’re truly international, with projects and colleagues across borders. You’ll get to collaborate with experts from different countries and backgrounds. - You’ll have the chance to grow and develop your career in various directions. We support your professional development and encourage you to seize new opportunities as we expand internationally. - We’re growing and our finances are solid. You can focus on your work without worrying about the ground shifting under your feet. - You’ll get benefits that make everyday life smoother: lunch, phone, and recreational perks are all part of the deal. At Staria, we believe in growth without borders — for those who are curious and courageous.