Financial Controller - Financial Reporting
Valmet Operational Finance is expanding globally and now looking for an enthusiastic and energetic finance professional to take a role in the area of Financial Reporting.
Valmet Operational Finance is a center of excellence with over 200 dedicated colleagues around the world. We are responsible for Valmet's operational accounting and invest heavily in process harmonization and software automation. We are ambitious and passionate about developing both our processes and team competencies.
As a Financial Controller, you will play a key role in safeguarding the accuracy and integrity of Valmet's financial data. You will work with global teams to improve Record-to-Report processes and systems, support monthly reporting, and make sure financial data is transferred and reconciled accurately from accounting systems to the reporting layer. In this role, you will also support financial data quality by providing accounting and reporting expertise to business partners and the wider Global Finance organization. This opportunity is based in Vantaa, Jyväskylä or Tampere (Finland).
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of Valmet's financials in close collaboration with other team members.
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Participate in period-end timetable planning, communication and follow-up activities.
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Take responsibility for our internal fee process, including calculation, communication and continuous process improvement.
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Collaborate closely with Business and Group Finance, building strong networks across the organization.
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Identify improvement opportunities in current solutions and ways of working and support global reporting development projects.
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Provide training, guidance, and supporting materials to Valmet employees on reporting processes and related practices.
What We're Looking For
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and/or a recognized accounting qualification.
- At least 4 years of experience in financial accounting and reporting.
- Knowledge of integrated finance systems; experience with HFM and LN/SAP is considered an advantage.
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and collaborate across teams.
- Proven ability to identify critical issues, resolve process challenges, and spot opportunities for improvement.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and effectively.
- Fluent in written and spoken English; proficiency in other languages is an advantage.
- Able to perform well under pressure, maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a supportive team environment.
- Understanding of Valmet's business model and ways of working is considered an advantage.
To succeed in this role
You bring a structured and proactive approach to financial reporting, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders effectively. You are comfortable working in a global environment and thrive in cross-functional collaboration. Your mindset is improvement-driven, and you actively seek opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and data quality. You communicate clearly and can translate complex financial topics into practical insights for different audiences.
We also expect you to align with Valmet's Leadership Principles-practical behaviours that guide how we lead, collaborate, and succeed together:
- Take accountability - Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through
- Lead with courage - Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly
- Build on trust - Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety
- Collaborate for growth - Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value
We offer
We offer you the opportunity to grow professionally and make an impact in a global organization. You'll be part of a supportive team of experts who value collaboration, share knowledge, and continuously develop smarter reporting processes and solutions.
Additional information
For more information about this position, please contact Teppo Tiilikainen, Manager, Financial Reporting and Master Data by email teppo.tiilikainen@valmet.com or by phone +358 44 549 5576 on Thursdays between 13:00 and 14:00.
If you are ready to go forward in your career, send your application with your CV in English via the link provided as soon as possible but no later than June 5, 2026. We'll start reviewing CVs as they come in.
We'll use a variety of selection methods in the recruitment process, e.g. video screening, personality questionnaires, ability tests, and interviews.
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When everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.
Join the team - and lead the way with us!
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