Netherlands Senior Legal Entity Controller – IFRS & Tax

Stora Enso Group; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Stora Enso Group is seeking a Legal Entity Controller in the Netherlands to ensure statutory accounting, regulatory reporting and tax compliance for local entities. You will own statutory statements, manage audits, and partner with Finance/Treasury to implement changes while ensuring governance and internal controls.

The role requires 4+ years in accounting, IFRS/GAAP expertise, and strong communication in a multinational setting; SAP proficiency is essential, with Dutch and English fluency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance; certification advantageous.
• 4+ years in accounting, auditing or financial controllership.
• Strong knowledge of local GAAP and IFRS for legal entity reporting.
• Solid statutory accounting, indirect/direct tax processes and compliance.
• Experience in a multinational environment.
• Analytical ability with high attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to meet tight regulatory deadlines.
• Excellent communication to influence stakeholders.
• Change mindset; drive standardization and process improvements.
• ERP proficiency in SAP and tax/compliance tooling.
• Fluency in local language and English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Accountable for legal entity reporting ensuring compliance with local laws, tax, and group policies.
• Own statutory financial statements, tax declarations, and regulatory filings with timely submission.
• Manage local tax matters including compliance, reporting, filings, and audits.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise as a local SME.
• Collaborate with Finance Operations, Treasury, Tax, and stakeholders on legal entity implications.
• Coordinate with external auditors, deliverables, and audit findings resolution.
• Oversee monthly/quarterly/annual legal entity financial statements and OneStream reporting.
• Ensure internal controls and quality of statements; drive process improvements locally.
• Perform local knowledge-based tasks and maintain compliance reporting as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multinational experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

Professional certification (CPA/ACCA/CA/CIMA) advantageous

Tools

SAP

Job description

Stora Enso Group is seeking a Legal Entity Controller in the Netherlands to ensure statutory accounting, regulatory reporting and tax compliance for local entities. You will own statutory statements, manage audits, and partner with Finance/Treasury to implement changes while ensuring governance and internal controls.

The role requires 4+ years in accounting, IFRS/GAAP expertise, and strong communication in a multinational setting; SAP proficiency is essential, with Dutch and English fluency.