Global Operations Finance Controller

Hiab; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiab, a leader in smart on-road load-handling solutions, seeks a Senior Business Excellence Finance partner based in Helsinki. You will design and lead global process improvements across operations controlling, delivering robust KPI tracking and tangible efficiency gains.

The role collaborates with world-wide process owners and supports executive decision-making with consolidated financial insights. Strong leadership, English fluency, and Six Sigma are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s level degree in Business, Economics or other relevant field of study.
• 10+ years of professional experience operating within a global environment.
• Proven track record of developing manufacturing/operations business control processes.
• Leading and influencing cross-functional, virtual teams without direct reporting lines.
• Exceptional influencing, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Proficient with IT enterprise tools (Google Workspace, MS Office, SAP, EPM). OneStream is a plus.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Define, harmonise, and develop global management accounting, data and reporting processes.
• Act as a finance business partner for EVP Business Excellence.
• Establish a unified set of operational and financial KPIs across units.
• Deliver consolidated operational financial insights to group management.
• Coach and support management teams to understand financial levers.
• Drive harmonisation of finance processes among Hiab locations.
• Ensure robust follow-up metrics and post-investment reviews.
• Represent finance in location assessments and benchmarking initiatives.

Skills

Master’s degree requirement

10+ years experience

Cross-functional leadership

Influencing and networking

Presentation and communication

Google Workspace

MS Office

SAP

EPM applications

OneStream experience

English fluency

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Education

Master’s degree in Business, Economics or related field

Tools

SAP

EPM applications

OneStream

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Hiab, a leader in smart on-road load-handling solutions, seeks a Senior Business Excellence Finance partner based in Helsinki. You will design and lead global process improvements across operations controlling, delivering robust KPI tracking and tangible efficiency gains.

The role collaborates with world-wide process owners and supports executive decision-making with consolidated financial insights. Strong leadership, English fluency, and Six Sigma are required.