Head of Accounting (Future Group CFO Track)

Michael Page Sweden; Vantaa; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Equity incentive

Healthcare

Hybrid work

Phone benefit

Insurance package

Professional development

Close with founders

Résumé du poste

Michael Page Sweden represents a fast-growing international company seeking an Head of Accounting to own daily financial operations and build a foundation for the group finance structure, with a clear path to Group CFO in 12–24 months.

In the initial phase, you will lead accounting, month-end close, AP/AR, intercompany, VAT and audits, while partnering with senior leaders to enable scalable finance processes and strategic decision-making in an international growth environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Finland accounting or Finnish entities.
• Knowledge of international trade accounting and reverse charge VAT.
• Hands-on, proactive and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity, attention to detail and ownership.
• Strong stakeholder communication and collaboration.

Responsabilités

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounting, bookkeeping and financial administration for a key operating entity.
• Ensure accurate month-end close, reconciliations and financial integrity.
• Manage AP/AR processes, payment runs and invoice workflows.
• Support standardisation and coordination of invoicing across entities.
• Assist with intercompany accounting and cross-border transactions.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, banks and payroll providers to ensure compliance.

Connaissances

Strong communication

Finnish fluency

English fluency

Ownership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Formation

Accounting qualification

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Description du poste

• Clear path from Head of Accounting to Group CFO
• Join a fast-growing international company

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing international company operating across multiple markets, with a strong track record of growth and ambitious expansion plans.

Supported by an entrepreneurial culture and a highly driven leadership team, the business continues to invest in people, infrastructure and scalable processes to support its next phase of international growth.

This is a unique opportunity to join the organisation at a pivotal stage of its journey, taking ownership of a critical finance function while contributing to the development of a broader group finance structure.

For the right individual, the role offers a clear pathway towards wider finance leadership responsibilities and a potential transition into a Group CFO position within approximately 12-24 months, depending on performance and business needs.

Job Description

As Head of Accounting, you will be responsible for ensuring high-quality financial operations and accounting processes while working closely with senior leadership to support the company's continued growth.

This is a unique opportunity to begin in a hands-on accounting leadership role and rapidly expand your responsibilities toward full CFO ownership.

This position is particularly well suited for an Head of Accounting who is looking to take the next step in their career and gradually expand into a broader finance leadership position.

During the initial phase, the focus will be on establishing a strong financial foundation and ensuring high-quality accounting operations across the business.

During the initial phase, your focus will be to:

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounting, bookkeeping and financial administration for a key operating entity
• Ensure accurate month-end closing, reconciliations and financial integrity
• Manage AP/AR processes, payment runs and invoice workflows
• Support the standardisation and coordination of invoicing processes across multiple entities
• Assist with intercompany accounting, documentation and related financial processes
• Manage international accounting matters, including VAT and cross-border transactions
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, banks and payroll providers
• Contribute to the development of finance processes, controls and reporting structures

Phase 2: Future Group CFO Track

• Increasing ownership of group-level financial oversight and reporting
• Building and maintaining group reporting structures, including management reporting, cash visibility and forecasting
• Improving internal controls, finance processes and documentation across the group
• Supporting leadership with commercial decision-making through financial analysis and reporting
• Assisting in the preparation of materials related to fundraising, lending and investor reporting activities

The Successful Applicant

We are looking for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in entrepreneurial environments and enjoys taking ownership of both operational and strategic finance activities.

• Proven experience within accounting and bookkeeping in Finland, or extensive experience working with Finnish legal entities
• Solid understanding of international trade accounting and reverse charge VAT regulations
• Comfortable working hands-on in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and a strong sense of ownership
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Professional working proficiency in Finnish and English is strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant accounting qualification (e.g. KLT or equivalent) and/or a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Experience working within multi-entity group structures and intercompany accounting processes
• Experience from manufacturing, equipment sales, or international B2B environments
• Exposure to broader finance leadership responsibilities, including reporting, forecasting and cash management

As a person, you are:

• Entrepreneurial in approach, with a genuine interest in building and improving processes
• Practical, solution-oriented, and comfortable operating in a changing environment
• Self-driven, proactive, and motivated by taking ownership and creating impact

What's on Offer

Work setup: Hybrid

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Participation in the company's long-term equity incentive program
• Occupational healthcare coverage
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Mobile phone benefit
• Comprehensive insurance package
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to work closely with founders and senior leadership in an international growth business