Financial Consultant

Spinverse; Helsingin seutukunta; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Spinverse in Espoo, Finland, seeks a Financial Consultant to support the Bioeconomy and Circular Economy team. You will build financial models, craft robust business cases and advise on funding options for sustainable industrial projects across Europe.

You will work with clients and colleagues to secure funding, develop growth strategies and ensure sound financial planning in a multi-disciplinary setting, contributing to green transition goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience in financial consulting, corporate finance, project finance or innovation funding.
• Hands-on experience in financial modelling and business case development.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills in English, orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and business cases for innovative projects in bioeconomy and circular economy.
• Advise clients on funding and financing options, including public funding instruments and loans.
• Prepare funding proposals and conduct analyses for consulting assignments.
• Support clients in developing business plans and budgets for projects.

Skills

Financial modelling

Business case development

Analytical skills

English communication

Education

M.Sc. or MBA or equivalent

Job description

Spinverse is the Nordic leader in innovation consulting. We help our customers solve global challenges and grow through innovations - digitalization and sustainability being the driving needs. Our highly qualified experts are committed to making an impact on groundbreaking projects. We are fortunate to collaborate with innovative people, companies and institutes from all over Europe. Spinverse is the forerunner in bringing together large company-led R&D projects and ecosystems and we work across many industry segments, focusing on areas where there is public funding to stimulate innovation. For more information, please visit: www.spinverse.com.

We are looking for a Financial Consultant to join our Bioeconomy and Circular Economy team in Finland (Espoo).

In this role, you will apply your financial expertise to support the development and financing of innovative and sustainable industrial projects. You will work with companies developing new technologies, production facilities and business opportunities in areas such as bioeconomy, circular economy and other sustainable industries. Your work will combine financial analysis, business and project planning, innovation financing and strategic advisory.

As part of our multidisciplinary consulting team, you will help clients navigate complex financial landscapes, build robust business cases and growth strategies and secure funding for projects that contribute to Europe's green transition and industrial competitiveness.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop financial models and business cases for innovative projects, ranging from emerging technologies to industrial investments and scale-up.
• Advise clients on funding and financing options, including public funding instruments, loans and other financing solutions.
• Contribute to funding proposals and consulting assignments requiring financial, business or impact-related analyses.
• Support clients in preparing business plans and commercialisation strategies.
• Support clients in developing project budgets and financial plans for innovation or investment projects.
• Work closely with technical, commercial and sustainability experts to evaluate project viability and business potential.
• Identify new opportunities for financial advisory services and contribute to business development.

Required experience and skills:

• A strong background in financial consulting, corporate finance, project finance or innovation funding.
• Relevant academic background (M.Sc., MBA or equivalent) with a minimum of 5+ years of work experience.
• Hands-on experience in financial modelling and business case development.
• Understanding of innovation projects, technology commercialisation and industrial investments within sustainable industries.
• Experience in bio-based or circular industries is considered a strong asset. Experience from adjacent industries such as renewable energy, manufacturing or process industries is also relevant.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to different audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and clients.
• Experience with public funding instruments such as Innovation Fund, Horizon Europe and Business Finland is considered an asset.

We offer you an opportunity to play a key role in driving innovation by helping clients secure funding for groundbreaking projects, all while working alongside a supportive and diverse team of experts. You’ll have the chance to develop your skills, tackle complex challenges and make a tangible impact on the future of business and innovation in Europe. Your colleagues represent almost 20 nationalities and bring a broad range of expertise to our team. We are certified as a Great Place to Work and are extremely passionate and proud of the impact we create through our work and culture.