Head of Accounting

We are looking for a hands-on leader who can drive structure and efficiency while scaling a small team with a big output. Come be a part of our amazing growth journey at Spirii.  

Spirii offers software and hardware solutions that enable businesses, cities and EV drivers to charge EVs smarter and simpler. Based in Copenhagen, with activities and offices in Spain, Germany, the UK, and Sweden We are one of the fastest-growing charging platforms in Europe, and we are constantly expanding in size, employees and markets. 

You will report to our CFO.  

What you will do  

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including: month and end-year processes, accounts payable/receivable, cash management, balance sheet reconciliations, and fixed asset activity.  

• People Management: Collaborate on hiring, training and retaining accounting staff. Manage the accounting team, ensuring compliance and providing direct and indirect feedback to ensure that work is carried out in an efficient way. Support and advise on the team career development. 

• Lead external audit: plan, coordinate, and provide necessary information for the year-end close process.  

• Lead the successful completion of the company’s tax filings and the VAT matters across the EU clients base. 

• Engagement with sales and clients on invoicing, financial flow, and VAT matters.  

• Implement and lead the monthly balance sheet reconciliation; analyze financial discrepancies and recommend effective solutions with insights; report balance sheet to Group on a quarterly basis. 

• Policies and Procedures Implementation: Develop, supervise and implement all relevant policies, processes, and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance in a consistent and effective manner. 

• Contribute to the identification of gaps in the department for continuous improvement and building up a fit-for-purpose accounting team.  

 Who You Are 

• Strong hands-on manager. 

• You possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.  

• You maintain a high standard and sense of ethics.  

• Strong organizational skills, acute attention to detail, and can maintain structure.  

• Good bookkeeping and documentation skills – maintain records, reports, and plans.  

• Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations.  

• Ability to direct and supervise.  

• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.  

Qualifications 

• Experience with ERP systems preferably Dynamics 365 Business Central, advanced computer skills in MS Office, accounting software, and databases are an advantage. 

• Experience with Oracle ERP system is a plus. 

• 7-10 years of overall experience in accounting roles, including at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership position.

• Education: Bachelor degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting/Finance, Economics, or any relevant field.  

• Experience with EU VAT is a plus. 

• Experience with an international group is a plus. 

Benefits  

• Very flexible and open work environment.  

• Competitive salary and benefits package, along with a company pension plan. 

• Opportunity to work in a high growth industry and make a significant impact. 

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.  

• Professional development opportunities and growth potential within the company. 

• Excellent office coffee and tea (we mean it!)
   
  

The position is a permanent position in Copenhagen, Denmark. Danish language is required for some of the duties. English language skills must be mastered at a sufficient level as English is the company language.  

About Spirii – Who We Are 

Spirii is a full-service e-Mobility provider, which offers hardware and software charging solutions to companies in the private and the public sector. Spirii has recently celebrated its four-year anniversary as a founded company, however the people in Spirii have extensive experience working with electric cars and charging, as well as development of future transport- and energy systems.  

Spirii is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Spirii strives to create an inclusive and diverse workplace, and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of age, gender, race, sexual/religious orientation, or disability. If you have the skills and passion to drive our product design efforts to the next level, we would love to hear from you