Financial Controller

AAK; Malmö kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

AAK is seeking a Financial Controller based in Malmö, Sweden. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the Group consolidation process and oversee the financial management of a Swedish subsidiary, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with financial regulations.

This position offers a unique opportunity for a finance professional to drive initiatives, collaborate across global teams, and contribute to the improvement of finance processes. Candidates should have significant experience in accounting and financial analysis, with fluency in both Swedish and English.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in accounting, financial controlling, or Group reporting.
• Strong knowledge of financial closing processes and analysis.
• Fluency in Swedish and English required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Group consolidation process and analyze financial results.
• Manage the accounting and financial reporting of a Swedish holding company.
• Drive global transfer pricing projects and manage tax matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Knowledge of IFRS

Education

University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field

Tools

SAP

AARO Systems

Oracle Hyperion Financial Management

IBM Cognos

Job description

About The Role

Are you a driven, detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys combining hands-on financial control with a strategic Group Finance perspective? At AAK, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of our financial reporting while contributing to the continuous improvement of finance processes across a global organization.

As Financial Controller, you will be a vital contributor to the Group consolidation process, working closely with colleagues across the business to support financial reporting excellence and informed decision-making. At the same time, you will take ownership of the financial management of one of our Swedish subsidiaries, overseeing everything from month-end close and statutory reporting to tax compliance, payments, and internal financing matters. Last, you’ll be taking on projects within the finance space, such as tax projects, working closely with external advisors and peers around the world.

This is a new role and provides an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a collaborative international environment, is ready for the next step in taking responsibility, wants to make a visible impact on both local operations and Group-wide financial performance. This role reports into Head of Financial Control.

Responsibilities

Group Accounting

• Support the Group consolidation process, including intercompany eliminations and reconciliation of reporting packages.
• Analyze Group financial results, investigate variances, and provide insights to stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of interim and annual reports.
• Guide local finance teams on reporting requirements and compliance with Group accounting policies.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of accounting policies, reporting processes, and finance projects.
• Support external audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Monitor IFRS developments and regulatory changes, assessing their impact on Group reporting.

Subsidiary Controlling

• Hold full responsibility for the accounting and financial reporting of a Swedish holding company.
• Manage bookkeeping, reconciliations, and monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting in line with IFRS and local regulations.
• Review and analyze financial performance and balance sheet positions.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and coordinate year-end closing activities.
• Manage external audit processes and tax matters, including filings and advisor coordination.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.

Financial Projects – Tax

• Drive and implement global transfer pricing projects in collaboration with the Head of Financial Control and external advisors.
• Support and lead Group-wide tax and legal entity structure projects.

About You

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience within accounting, financial controlling, Group reporting, tax, or similar areas, preferably gained in an global public company environment.
• Solid foundation in accounting principles, financial closing processes, and financial analysis, combined with good knowledge of IFRS.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights and reporting.
• High attention to detail, combined with a pragmatic mindset and the ability to prioritize effectively under time pressure.
• Experience with consolidation systems such as AARO Systems, Oracle Hyperion Financial Management, or IBM Cognos, as well as ERP systems such as SAP, is an advantage.
• Strong Excel skills are required.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken.

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