Job description

Working at CorPower Ocean you will be part of a world class team, determined to make big impact. We are on a mission to bring reliable and competitive wave energy to the world. CorPower Ocean is a global leader in wave energy, with a technology that has shown game-changing performance. We offer a dynamic, flexible, and purpose-driven workplace where autonomy is paired with real responsibility—and your work will directly contribute to accelerating the global energy transition.

Role

We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Accountant with one to two years of broad experience in accounting. Your willingness to learn and to develop is important to us. You’ll support our financial operations in areas including day-to-day bookkeeping, tax and VAT reporting, financial statements, and audits. Working closely with our Group Controller, you’ll play a key role in advancing our financial processes and supporting project and operational teams. You thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and bring a proactive, solution-oriented mindset to your work.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting activities
Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
Assist in tax reporting
Support project managers with budgeting, forecasting, and financial follow-ups
Handle project reporting to national and EU-level public funders
Ensure compliance with internal procedures and external agreement requirements
Oversee expense reporting in line with project finance requirements
Assist with audits and reviews from funding partners

Skills and qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in accounting, finance, or a related field
Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in a similar role
Experience with EU-funded project accounting is a plus
Experience in industrial companies or startups is an advantage
Experience in tax and VAT is a bonus
Proficiency in Swedish and English (written and spoken)
Strong analytical mindset and a proactive, hands-on approach
Detail-oriented, persistent, and solution-driven
Comfortable working in multi-national teams and presenting financial insights

As a person:

You are striving for excellence, put quality into everything you do
You are self-motivated and constantly seek the most efficient ways to work
You always search for the most sustainable solutions to difficult problems
You love to learn new things, and take pride in constantly developing your skills
You are persistent, knowing it takes stamina to reach pioneering goals
You see your tasks through to completion
You are comfortable in presenting your solutions internally and externally
You are data driven and strive to always back your points with a solid research

Our team is a vibrant mix of people from many backgrounds and nationalities, united by a shared purpose. We’re proud of our diversity and are committed to building a workplace that promotes equality and inclusion.

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