Head of Business Controlling, Nordics

KONE; Kista; On-site; SEK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

KONE is seeking a Head of Business Controlling, Nordics, to lead the regional Controlling function and drive performance across the Nordics. You will manage a team of nine controllers and partner with senior leaders to translate strategy into actionable financial plans.

You will own forecasting, budgeting and performance reviews, ensure strong governance, and foster cross-country collaboration. Fluency in English is required; Nordic language skills are an advantage.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in business controlling, FP&A, finance business partnering, or related finance leadership roles.
• Proven ability to partner with, influence, and challenge senior business stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams directly and/or through a matrix organization.
• Fluent in English; Nordic language is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel within the Nordics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Nordic Business Controlling team and drive forecasting, budgeting and performance reviews.
• Partner with business leaders to improve financial governance and decision making.
• Ensure consistent reporting standards and governance across the region.
• Promote collaboration and best practice sharing across countries and business lines.

Skills

Leadership experience

FP&A

Finance business partnering

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Team leadership

Travel willingness

Job description

At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we support sustainable urban development through innovative solutions and services. KONE Finance plays a key role in supporting business performance through insight-driven decision-making, strong governance, and financial leadership.

We are now looking for a Head of Business Controlling, Nordics to lead our Business Controlling function across the region.

In this role, you will lead a team of 9, consisting of Regional and Business Line Controllers, and act as a trusted business partner to leaders across the Nordic organization. As a member of the Nordic Finance Leadership Team, you will contribute to driving business performance, supporting decision-making, and ensuring strong financial governance across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Business Performance & Decision Support

• Partner with business leaders as a trusted advisor to drive business performance, shape strategic decision-making, and promote a strong financial understanding across the organization.
• Provide actionable financial insights and analysis on key business drivers, risks, and opportunities, while constructively challenging business assumptions.
• Drive forecasting, budgeting, and performance review processes across the region.
• Support strategic planning and scenario analysis to enable informed decision-making.
• Drive performance management and accountability for financial targets, business outcomes, and value creation across the region.
  
  

Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead and develop the Nordic Business Controlling team, consisting of Regional Controllers and Business Line Controllers operating in a matrix environment.
• Foster collaboration, capability development, and sharing of best practices across countries and business lines.
• Ensure consistent controlling practices, reporting standards, and performance management processes across the organization.
  
  

Governance & Financial Oversight

• Ensure effective financial controls and adherence to KONE policies and governance requirements.
• Act as a key finance stakeholder on matters related to compliance and financial governance.
• Promote transparency, accountability, and financial discipline across the organization.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Extensive experience in business controlling, FP&A, finance business partnering, or related finance leadership roles, ideally in an international corporate environment.
• Proven ability to partner with, influence, and challenge senior business stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams directly and/or through a matrix organization.
• A personable and engaging leader who never loses sight of the people behind the numbers.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen combined with a business-oriented mindset.
• Ability to balance business partnership with governance and control requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English. A Nordic language is considered an advantage.
• Willingness to travel within the Nordics.
  
  

For further information, please contact Rick van Kippersluis, Finance Director, Nordics ([e-mail]).

Please submit your CV and application by 13 November 2026.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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