Accounting Specialist Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. We believe that everything that is made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. We employ approximately 19,000 people. Our global Finance Operations carries out accounting tasks and provides financial and purchasing services for our Stora Enso Business Areas. Career for a better climate. Every day. We are now looking for an Accounting Specialist, Record to Report to join our team in Ostrava, Czechia. You will contribute to high-quality, standardized accounting execution, working within defined processes and controls, while gaining exposure to end-to-end finance operations in a global environment. This position is ideal for professionals with approximately 2-5 years of relevant experience who are ready to take on responsibility in accounting, systems, and finance processes. Key responsibilities: Perform assigned accounting and reporting activities, including general accounting, journal entries, entity closing, fixed and leased asset accounting, intercompany accounting, indirect tax reporting Perform group-level reporting in accordance with established procedures Execute monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities in compliance with IFRS requirements; ensure accuracy and consistency of accounting outputs Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and support the preparation of financial reports Collaborate closely with Finance Operations teams and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth Record to Report processes, knowledge sharing and operational excellence Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of efficiency initiatives Escalate issues, risks or inconsistencies in a timely manner Work closely with Senior Accounting Specialists and Manager to support timely and accurate close and reporting Work with finance systems (e.g. SAP, OneStream, Group reporting system) and related tools Required Skills, competences, and experience: Education in Accounting, Finance or a similar field 2–5 years of relevant work experience in financial accounting or a related financial role Basic understanding of finance processes and technical accounting knowledge (IFRS) Familiarity with accounting and reporting systems (e.g., SAP, Group reporting system) Analytical, detail-oriented and learning-oriented mindset; ability to manage numerical data with high accuracy Ability to work under tight deadlines and follow established processes and controls Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with team members and stakeholders in an international environment Fluency in English (written and spoken) What we offer: Career path in an international company Opportunity to develop processes and improve coaching skills Collaborative and innovative international working environment Role specific opportunities/things that we offer: modern office in Ostrava - we apply hybrid model, 50% in the office 5 weeks of vacation per year lunch cards 160 CZK commuting allowance cafeteria pension insurance annual bonus How can you apply for this role? You can only submit your application to us by using our recruitment tool. As we are assessing our candidates on an ongoing basis, we hope to hear from you as soon as possible but at the latest by November 19, 2026. Depending on the role, we might invite you to a video interview and/or aptitude tests. Also, our recruitment process could include pre-employment actions such as background, reference, and health checks as well as a drug test. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact TA partner Julia Zigmund at [email protected]. Are you curious and would like to work with innovation in renewable products? Our purpose “Do good for people and the planet. Replace non-renewable materials with renewable products” underpins our belief that everything that can be made with fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow, and highlights Stora Enso’s opportunity to contribute to a greener economy. Take a look at our open positions! At Stora Enso you will join forces with around 19 000 colleagues - a wide range of people with a diverse set of backgrounds and skills, all focused on the potential of biomaterials, paper, packaging and wooden construction. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match. By joining us, you will contribute towards a more sustainable world, as we believe that anything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. With our values in Stora Enso, “Lead and Do what’s right”, we expect high performance, speed and agility in every part of our organization. Safety and wellbeing are our top priority every day. We inspire you to lead your growth and to set the ambition high. We believe diversity strengthens our competitiveness and contributes to better decision-making. Diverse working teams help us to explore different perspectives and challenge our way of thinking. We work actively to increase diversity in the workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Stora Enso is an equal opportunity employer and follows non-discriminatory practices. To prepare yourself for our recruitment process, please explore the page provided: Applying for a job - Careers | Stora Enso Based on the location and level of the position the normal recruitment process could in addition entail, video interview, aptitude tests, and pre-employment actions such as; background checks, references, health check-up and drug test as part of the final stages. You will be informed to what is applicable to the role during the recruitment process. Privacy Statement Legal Notice