Accountant Riga

Type of contract: Temporary contract

Our people are the heart of Norwegian. We embrace a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion. Embracing this culture is critical to our business success and makes us stronger together.

Our people have different knowledge, experiences, and backgrounds, but all share a passion for our vision: to become the most loved and trusted airline in Europe.

Are you our new Accountant in Riga?

Join our Accounting Shared Services team in Riga and become part of a friendly, international community that supports Norwegian's operations across Europe. You'll work closely with colleagues from different teams and countries, building valuable relationships along the way. This is a great opportunity to grow your accounting expertise while gaining insight into the exciting world of aviation.

Together, we make sure our financial processes run smoothly, accurately, and efficiently. In this role you will be responsible for:

You will be responsible for: 

• Fixed Asset Accounting: Manage fixed asset accounting processes in compliance with financial standards.
• Daily Operations: Execute daily accounting operations within agreed deadlines, ensuring complete and accurate accounting data.
• Cost Accounting: Perform aircraft technical cost accounting.
• Accounts Payable Support: Support the Accounts Payable team in processing incoming purchase invoices accurately and on time.
• Regulatory Reporting: Prepare and submit regulatory reports to relevant authorities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Reconciliations & Balance Sheet: Perform account reconciliations and maintain a clean, accurate balance sheet by monitoring key accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Month-End Activities: Participate in month-end activities, including journal postings, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in process improvement projects, actively collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support business objectives.
• Team Support & Other Duties: Provide support and back-up to other team members and perform additional tasks assigned by the Team Manager.

You are our ideal candidate if you have:

• Education: An academic degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• Experience: At least 2 years of relevant experience in accounting, financial reporting, or shared services, preferably within an international environment.
• Systems & IT: Experience working with SAP or a similar ERP system. Strong MS Excel skills are required; experience with Power BI is considered a plus.
• Knowledge Base: Strong foundational knowledge of general accounting principles, VAT, and general tax regulations.
• Work Style: High level of accuracy, efficiency, strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and a commitment to meeting strict deadlines.
• Mindset & Soft Skills: A business- and solution-oriented approach, a supportive mindset, a strong sense of ethics, and great communication skills as a team player.
• Languages: Fluency in English (both written and verbal).
• Adaptability: High learning agility and a proactive "can-do" attitude.
• Experience in improvement processes or projects is considered a distinct advantage.

What is it like to work at Norwegian?

Norwegian's vision is to become the most loved and trusted airline in Europe, and our people are the key to making that happen.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace where different backgrounds and perspectives are valued. You'll work alongside talented colleagues across Norway, Latvia, and Spain while helping shape the future of Digital Delivery.

We can offer:

There are lots of benefits that go beyond a competitive salary once you join us as a colleague. We aim to reward, support, and develop our people throughout their careers.

• Travel in Europe and beyond with massively discounted employee-priced tickets with Norwegian and our partner airlines
• Comprehensive travel insurance
• Flexible working arrangements, combining office and home working
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to join our share saving plan
• A collaborative, international work environment where people genuinely care about each other
• The opportunity to make a real impact by building a successful team and helping people grow. 

Could this be the start of an amazing journey?

Do you have any questions?

Or need any help with your application? We are here to support you, please contact:

Elina Locmele
Team Manager Accounts Payable Elina.Locmele@norwegian.com

Travel required: No travelling required 

Application deadline: 01.09.2026