Country Controller

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Role Purpose Statement

As a Country Financial Controller, you will play a vital role in shaping and executing the strategic financial vision at Bureau Veritas for Finland. Your financial expertise combined with a strategic mindset, will be crucial in driving growth and profitability. You will oversee financial performance, ensure accurate accounting and payroll processes, and provide valuable insights that are key to achieving the company’s goals. If you are a proactive and strategic leader with a passion for driving results, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact!

General responsibilities

Oversee key financial processes, including the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles.

Drive the effectiveness and performance of the Finance Function, coordinating actions with local managers.

Support operations by implementing clear financial guidelines, management reports, and performance financial KPI's.

Ensure local financial procedures align fully with corporate financial policies and standards.

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Requirements

Graduate level in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

5 to 7 years of working experience, with at least 2 years in a comparable position

Solid people management experience, including working with remote teams

International business experience and ability to work in a matrix organization

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, payroll regulations, and regulatory compliance

Fluent in English

Advanced PC skills

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Competences

Strong result orientation and analytical thinking

Problem-solving: demonstrated ability to identify and resolve complex financial and operational issues

Ethical decision-making; commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professional ethics

Good communication skills and willingness to share information

Very proactive working approach

Through these responsibilities you will work with analysis and reporting of financial data crucial for decision making, and that the financial data and records are always accurate and in compliance with different principles, processes, and statutory regulations. You will manage month-end and year-end closing process and oversee the day-to-day financial operations, as well as day-to-day operations of the financial function.

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