Today, South Korea is Sweden’s third largest export market in Asia. Business Sweden has been active in South Korea since 1997. Together with our global offices and across APAC, we actively support market growth for Swedish companies in Korea and for Korean business investors to Sweden.

Business Sweden’s Seoul office is now looking for a talented individual to join our growing team in Korea, to support the growing Business Support Services team.

What do we expect from you?

·         We are seeking a Business Support Services Specialist to manage local finance, accounting, and other corporate matters for our Swedish subsidiaries.

·         Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

o    Full responsibility for multi companies in accounting, finance, HR, and other compliances

o    Managing accounts payable and banking controls

o    Handling sales tracking and accounts receivables

o    Conducting monthly reporting with analysis for Swedish parent companies

o    Preparing and coordinating cash forecasts

o    Performing balance reconciliations

o    Preparing for audits and responding to other inquiries

o    Liaising with the head office finance team

o    Reconciling and supervising salary and social insurances

o    Filing VAT returns

o    Supporting corporate tax filings

o    Safeguarding corporate legal certificates and seals

o    Providing sales support and leading sales for new clients, including proposal and contract preparation

The employment contract is for one year starting January 2025, with the potential to become a permanent position.

Skills & Requirements

We are looking for an individual who:

·         Has a minimum of 3-year experience in accounting and finance within foreign companies, with knowledge of local accounting, taxation, and other corporate matters

·         Is proficient in using accounting ERP (preferably SAP) and other software

·         Can work independently with minimal supervision, and is self-motivated

·         Has strong command of both English and Korean, both written and spoken; experience or training in business English is a plus

·         Is business-minded and proactive

·         Has the ability to multi-task, with attention to details

·         Is skilled in using Excel and other MS application

·         Must possess a work permit in Korea if applicant is holding foreign nationality

 

Does this describe you?

If so, please submit your resume and personal cover letter to admin.korea@business-sweden.se******@*******.*** as soon as possible. Applications will be screened on a rolling basis.

Your application will be handled confidentially.

About the company

Business Sweden is a global consultancy organization with approximately 500 colleagues working in 46 countries. Business Sweden’s purpose is to help Swedish companies grow global sales and international companies invest and expand in Sweden. Through our services we offer our customers strategic advice and hands-on support in their international growth and establishment.

Business Sweden is owned by the Swedish Government and the industry, a partnership that provides access to contacts and networks at all levels.

At Business Sweden we value and encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds related to culture, gender, age, ethnicity, race, religion and belief, disability, nationality, sexual orientation and gender identity.
The diversity of our people is an important foundation of our culture and builds a workplace where everyone can contribute with unique experiences, perspectives and cultures.