Expert, CoE Entity Close

Wärtsilä; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 50 000 - 65 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Finland is seeking an Expert for their RTR Center of Expertise. You will oversee SAP module closing processes and support financial operations on a global scale. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Financial Accounting, a solid grasp of SAP, and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This is an opportunity to work in an international team committed to innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Inclusive work community

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years working experience in a relevant field.
• Ability to cooperate with different stakeholders effectively.
• Knowledge of financial processes and tools.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for SAP module closing processes globally.
• Lead development and optimization of Record to Report processes.
• Monitor automated closing jobs in SAP and ensure error-free execution.

Skills

Good understanding of SAP modules

Flexibility and good team working skills

Systematic and organised way of working

Automation and development‑oriented mind-set

Advanced English skills

Education

Bachelor or master’s level university education in Financial Accounting

Tools

SAP

Smart Close closing tool

RPA and automation tools

Job description

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game‑changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future‑oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Wärtsilä Global Business Services (WGBS) provides reliable, scalable, and standardised services to support core business operations. WGBS partners with businesses to drive continuous improvements in end‑to‑end processes for enhanced effectiveness, quality, efficiency, and compliance.

We are looking for an Expert to our RTR Center of Expertise Entity Close. We offer you the opportunity to work in an international and energetic environment.

Your main responsibilities

• Responsible for SAP module closing processes
• Performing Record to Report activities and processes on a global level in SAP and leading development and optimising related processes and supporting the businesses in financial processes
• Act as a project lead in implementation of global processes and guidelines, by actively challenging any possible deviations in the process
• Execute pre‑closing and closing activities globally in responsible SAP module(s)
• Monitoring of global SAP automated closing jobs (Smart Close) are proceeding according to timetable and without errors
• Actively support in pre‑closing and closing activities globally in responsible SAP module(s)
• Active co‑operation, communication and knowledge sharing with related end‑to‑end processes and internal and external stakeholders globally
• Supporting in identifying, evaluating and implementing new and innovative solutions ensuring continuous development, improvement and harmonisation in the RTR processes and tools
• Ensuring proper and updated documentation of the process flows, work splits, tasks and agreed guidelines
• Other task related to RTR requested by Line Manager

Main requirements in this role

• Bachelor or master’s level university education or equivalent in Financial Accounting
• Good understanding of SAP modules
• Flexibility and good team working skills
• Systematic and organised way of working, paying attention to details
• Automation and development‑oriented mind‑set
• Advanced English skills, other languages are considered an advantage
• Networking, network facilitation and co‑creation
• Cooperation with different external and internal stakeholders
• Minimum 3 years working experience

Ideal candidate

• Knowledge and experience of SAP, FI, CO, knowledge in other modules is seen as an advantage
• Knowledge and experience of Smart Close closing tool
• Knowledge and experience of RPA and different automation tool
• Work experience from a Global business services environment

Why you and us

You are valuated – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community. Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning and teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities, so you can develop beyond your potential. You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact and next steps

Please submit your application by 03.12.2025 through our Careers portal. Applications submitted via email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email. In case you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact:
Ben Krohn
Manager, RTR CoE Entity Close
[e-mail]

Last application date: 03/12/2025

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job‑relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country. All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed.

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.