Head of Accounting to Group CFO Track | Global Growth

Michael Page Sweden; Vantaa; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity incentive

Healthcare

Hybrid work

Phone benefit

Insurance package

Professional development

Close with founders

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Finnish fluency

English fluency

Ownership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Accounting qualification

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

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.