Serendi is a Recruitment Service Provider headquartered in Switzerland with offices across Europe, APAC & LATAM. We offer tailor-made recruitment solutions, including recruitment outsourcing, candidate sourcing, and talent management, to companies.

As a strategic partner, we support large national and international organizations in their external recruiting, candidate search, and employer branding efforts. Our solutions are innovative, our service quality is excellent, and we leverage leading-edge sourcing and technology solutions.

To support the continued growth of our international operations, we are building a centralized finance organization and are looking for a Finance & Accounting Associate to join our Finance Team in Niš, Serbia.

Finance & Accounting Associate

You will play a key role in managing and developing Serendi's international finance and accounting operations. Working within a cross-border environment, you will support multiple Serendi entities across Europe and globally, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, financial reporting, invoicing, supplier management, and compliance with local accounting requirements.

This role offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure to international accounting processes while working closely with colleagues, management, banks, suppliers, and external accounting partners across multiple countries.

Your Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping & Accounting

• Perform monthly accounting entries in the General Ledger for multiple Serendi entities.
• Manage bookkeeping activities, including bank transactions, credit cards, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Coordinate with external accounting providers regarding VAT reporting and tax-related matters.
• Support VAT return preparation and submission processes.

Accounts Receivable

• Manage the client invoicing process through integration with our recruitment platform, Loxo.
• Collect and validate invoicing data in collaboration with Client Services teams.
• Generate and distribute client invoices.
• Monitor incoming payments and maintain accurate revenue tracking.
• Follow up on overdue accounts and support collection activities.
• Maintain accurate monthly revenue reporting.

Accounts Payable

• Process supplier invoices electronically and maintain supporting documentation.
• Enter invoices into Microsoft Dynamics NAV and internal approval workflows.
• Coordinate approval processes with internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and execute supplier payments through various banking platforms.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and payment schedules.

Annual Reporting, Financial Reporting & Budgeting

• Support monthly budget updates by incorporating actual financial results.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses for management.
• Coordinate intercompany invoicing activities and account reconciliations.
• Support cost analysis, profitability reviews, and ad hoc reporting requirements.
• Assist with VAT and tax reconciliations together with external accounting partners.
• Prepare annual reports of Serendi entities in collaboration with local external tax advisors

Supplier Management

• Manage supplier relationships, particularly for the Budapest and Niš service centers.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Support procurement activities and supplier negotiations.
• Monitor supplier performance and optimize vendor relationships.

Finance Systems

• Support and maintain Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision Cloud).
• Participate in finance process improvements and system development initiatives.
• Contribute to the standardization and automation of finance processes across Serendi entities.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance operations.
• Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) or comparable ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Good understanding of IFRS and European GAAP principles.
• Experience with General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and financial reporting processes.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Ongoing Chartered Accountant studies would be considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Comfortable working in a virtual international environment and collaborating with colleagues across different countries.
• Strong interest in international finance and cross-border business operations.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management capabilities.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working environment with international exposure.
• Broad responsibility across multiple countries and business entities.
• Close collaboration with international management and external partners.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial, and supportive team environment.
• The chance to make a tangible impact on the efficiency and development of Serendi's finance function.

If you are interested and would like to learn more about this opportunity, please apply through our career page and attach your CV in English. We are open to consider applications from employees, independent contractors, and freelancers located in Serbia.

Data Processing

Serendi SA is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities to all prospective employees throughout the recruitment process. The Group complies with and supports all national and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination.

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