Legal Entity Controller

Stora Enso; De Lier; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Stora Enso is seeking a Legal Entity Controller to join our Record to Report team in the Netherlands. You will own statutory financial statements, tax declarations, and regulatory filings for local entities, ensuring compliance with local laws and group policies.

The role requires 4+ years in accounting/controllership, strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge, and fluency in Dutch and English. Hybrid work options and a broad international context support your professional growth within a sustainability-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance; professional certification (CPA/ACCA/CA or CIMA, or equivalent) is a strong advantage.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in accounting, auditing or financial controllership.
• Very good knowledge of local GAAP and IFRS standards relevant for legal entity level reporting.
• Excellent knowledge of statutory accounting, indirect and direct tax processes, and related compliance requirements.
• Experience working in multinational environment.
• Analytical ability with high attention to detail and quality.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence without authority and explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Change management

English language

Dutch language

IFRS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

Professional certification (CPA/ACCA/CA/CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are now looking for the Legal Entity Controller to join our Record to Report team in Netherlands .The Legal Entity Controller is a senior-level role accountable and responsible for the financial integrity, compliance, and regulatory reporting of specific subsidiaries or legal entities within a larger organization.In this position you ensure that statutory accounting, reporting, indirect and direct tax filings and other local compliance obligations are fulfilled accurately, efficiently, and in line with local laws, tax requirements, regulatory deadlines and internal group policies and quality standards.Key ResponsibilitiesAccountable for legal entity reporting ensuring each individual company structure is compliant with local laws, tax requirements and group internal policiesOwn the statutory financial statements, tax declarations and other regulatory filings and ensure timely filings according to local regulationsManage all local tax matters for the legal entity, including tax compliance, reporting, filings and audits.Responsible for monitoring local legislative changes and implementing updates as a local subject matter expertPartner closely with other Finance Operations teams, Treasury, Tax, BA/BU and other stakeholders to provide guidance on the legal entity implicationsServe as the primary point of contact for external auditors, coordinate deliverables, and resolve audit findingsCo-operate with external stakeholdersResponsible for and oversight of legal entity level monthly / quarterly / annual financial statement reporting (including selected closing activities), managing OneStream legal entity level actuals reporting (according to IFRS standards and group policies)Contribute to good corporate governance by executing nominated Internal Controls, and quality assure legal entity level financial statements (based on Business, Finance Operations and other key stakeholder inputs)Drive continuous improvement of local processes to enhance efficiencyPerform tasks which require local knowledge or are otherwise required to be performed locally, e.g., additional legal requirement reporting and statisticsExperience, Skills & CompetenciesBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance; professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA or CIMA, or equivalent) is a strong advantage.At least 4 years of relevant experience in accounting, auditing or financial controllershipVery good knowledge of local GAAP and IFRS standards relevant for legal entity level reportingExcellent knowledge of statutory accounting, indirect and direct tax processes, and related compliance requirementsExperience working in multinational environmentAnalytical ability with high attention to detail and qualityAbility to work under tight regulatory deadlinesStrong communication skills with the ability to influence without authority and explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholdersChange management mindset—comfortable improving processes, building new ways of working, and driving standardizationSystem proficiency in ERP platforms like SAP and compliance/tax reporting toolsFluency in local language and English, both written and spokenJoin the Renewable Materials CompanyThe forest is at the heart of Stora Enso, and we believe that everything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. We are the leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials, and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. Stora Enso has approximately 19,000 employees.This is your chance work at the intersection of sustainability, innovation, and profitability, contributing to digital solutions that deliver impactful business performance. Everyday.Watch our film: Be part of a nature positive futureRead more about working at Stora Enso: Who we are - Careers | Stora EnsoWe offerYou will be part of our diverse working culture which supports you in exploring new perspectives and developing professionally. You will contribute to a more sustainable world, as sustainability and innovation are at the core of our strategy. To keep you going safely, we support your physical and mental well-being.Career growth opportunities within an international organisationAccess to modern technologies and digital toolsProfessional development opportunitiesMotivating additional benefits packageHybrid work options and flexible working hoursInspiring, sustainable, and innovation-driven work environmentHow can you apply for this role?Please submit your application through our recruitment tool. We review candidates on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and no later than Oct 31st, 2026.Our recruitment process may include pre‑employment steps such as background checks, reference checks, health examinations, and a drug test.Eeva Aittola ([e-mail]) is happy to answer your questions about the position.Welcome to work in the renewable materials company!