Senior Accounting Specialist

Senior Accounting Specialist, Record to Report Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. We believe that everything that is made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. We employ approximately 19,000 people. Our global Finance Operations carries out accounting tasks and provides financial services in multiple areas. We value accuracy, collaboration, and innovation in the world of finance. Career for a better climate. Every day.    We are now looking for a Senior Accounting Specialist, Record to Report, to join our team in Ostrava, Czechia. You will contribute to high-quality, standardized accounting execution, working within defined processes and controls, while gaining exposure to end-to-end finance operations in a global environment. This position is ideal for professionals with approximately 5+ years of relevant experience who are ready to take on greater responsibility and provide coaching in accounting, systems, and finance processes. Key Responsibilities • Independently execute complex accounting and reporting activities, including general accounting, journal entries, entity closing, fixed and leased asset accounting, intercompany accounting, indirect tax reporting  • Perform group‑level reporting • Ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency of accounting outputs in line with IFRS accounting standards, and SLAs and KPIs • Prepare and review reconciliations, analysis and supporting documentation • Support internal and external audits • Collaborate closely with team members and other Finance Operations teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting • Coach and support Accounting Specialists in daily work to strengthen capability and delivery • Identify improvement opportunities and contribute to process standardization and efficiency initiatives • Work with finance systems (e.g., SAP, Group reporting system) and related tools and utilize their usage to increase efficiency. Required Skills, competences, and experience • Education in Accounting, Finance or a similar field  • 5+ years of relevant work experience within financial accounting, including general ledger accounting and financial reporting • Solid understanding of end‑to‑end finance processes with strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS) • Proficiency in ERP and reporting systems (e.g., SAP, Group reporting system) • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines • Proactive problem‑solving mindset with a customer‑focused approach • Strong communication skills and ability to guide and support team members What we offer   • Opportunity to deepen your insight into global Finance Operations and standardized processes at a senior level. • Career path in an international company • Opportunity to develop processes and improve coaching skills • Collaborative and innovative international working environment. Role specific opportunities/things that we offer:  • modern office in Ostrava - we apply hybrid model, 50% in the office •  5 weeks of vacation per year •  lunch cards 160 CZK • commuting allowance • cafeteria • pension insurance •  annual bonus How can you apply for this role? You can only submit your application to us by using our recruitment tool. As we are assessing our candidates on an ongoing basis, we hope to hear from you as soon as possible but at the latest by 7 October 2026. Please send you CV in English. Depending on the role, we might invite you to a video interview and/or aptitude tests. Also, our recruitment process could include pre-employment actions such as background, reference, and health checks as well as a drug test.  If you have any questions about the hiring process, please do not hesitate to contact TA partner Lucie Staňková, lucie.stankova@storaenso.com.