Sr. Accounting Specialist (6 Months Contract)

Just imagine bringing clarity to financial decisions while strengthening reporting for United States and Canadian legal entities. Then make it real.

As our Sr Accounting Specialist, you'll t plays an important role in developing a best in class GL department within the BSO.

We need development-oriented individuals, eager to engage actively in shaping and strengthening a high-performing department, valuing collaboration, process excellence, quality and fun in the everyday life. 

During this six-month temporary contract, you'll take ownership of key General Ledger activities and provide functional accounting expertise within Business Service Operations.

• Prepared data and financial analysis to support business decision-making.
• Oversaw month-end close activities and related accounting deliverables.
• Managed General Ledger accounting processes in a Finance function or similar role.
• Used Microsoft Office tools at an experienced level.
• Worked with an enterprise-wide accounting system, preferably SAP or BlackLine.

• Applied Microsoft Excel to support financial analysis and accounting activities.
• Created financial reports or insights using Power BI.

• Control balance sheets and profit and loss statements for United States and Canadian legal entities.
• Oversee month-end close activities and help ensure accurate, complete reporting.
• Provide financial data, analysis and practical advice to support business decisions.
• Supply relevant information to external auditors and the Tax team.
• Analyze financial statements and annual reports.
• Provide information about specific General Ledger areas used to prepare and report financial statements.
• Review balance-sheet reconciliations and follow up on identified differences.
• Participate in the LEGO® tactical implementation plan supporting General Ledger priorities.

If you've worked in a role where you built trust and credibility with business areas or key stakeholders, you'll feel at home here. What matters most is taking ownership, applying sound judgement and delivering reliable financial information.

You'll join the LEGO® Group's Business Service Operations team, which provides employee and finance services from Monterrey, Prague, Singapore and China. The team works in a hybrid rhythm and values practical collaboration, clear communication and consistent quality. You'll bring initiative to your work, build trusted relationships and influence others through accurate analysis and dependable follow-through.

You'll establish strong control over month-end activities, financial statements and balance-sheet reconciliations across the United States and Canadian scope. You'll become a reliable source of General Ledger expertise for financial business partners, external auditors and the Tax team, supporting sound decisions throughout the six-month assignment.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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